George Myers
Born: 11/13/1860 in Buffalo, NY, USA
Died: 12/14/1926 in Buffalo, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-05-02 | Final Game: 1889-08-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: George D. Myers
Biography
George Myers was a professional baseball player born in 1860, who made his mark in the burgeoning days of Major League Baseball from 1884 to 1889. As a position player, Myers played a total of 424 games, during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern style of play. He recorded 321 hits and finished his career with a batting average of .203, a reflection of the challenging hitting environment of his time.
Known for his speed on the bases, Myers amassed 72 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact games beyond just hitting. He contributed a total of 126 RBIs and hit 5 home runs throughout his career. While Myers may not have been a statistical powerhouse, his role in the early stages of professional baseball helped lay the groundwork for future generations of players. His journey through the league coincided with a time of significant change in the sport, marking him as a notable figure in baseball history. Myers passed away long after his playing days, but his contributions to the game during its formative years remain a part of baseball's rich legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 424 | 1578 | 183 | 321 | 43 | 8 | 5 | 126 | 72 | 109 | 149 | 0.203 | 0.260 | 0.250 | 0.510 | -4890.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BFN | NL | 78 | 325 | 34 | 59 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 32 | 0 | 13 | 33 | 0.182 | -1277.0 |
| 1885 | BFN | NL | 89 | 326 | 40 | 67 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 23 | 40 | 0.206 | -923.5 |
| 1886 | SL5 | NL | 79 | 295 | 26 | 56 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 27 | 6 | 18 | 42 | 0.190 | -1263.0 |
| 1887 | IN3 | NL | 69 | 235 | 25 | 51 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 26 | 22 | 7 | 0.217 | -740.8 |
| 1888 | IN3 | NL | 66 | 248 | 36 | 59 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 28 | 16 | 14 | 0.238 | -85.7 |
| 1889 | IN3 | NL | 43 | 149 | 22 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 13 | 0.195 | -600.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 8 | 0 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 3B | 16 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 10 | 2 |
| C | 305 | 0 | 1385 | 382 | 195 | 28 |
| OF | 111 | 0 | 180 | 19 | 32 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BFN | C | 49 | 0 | 271 | 58 | 64 | 4 |
| 1884 | BFN | OF | 34 | 0 | 49 | 3 | 14 | 1 |
| 1885 | BFN | C | 69 | 0 | 305 | 95 | 45 | 4 |
| 1885 | BFN | OF | 23 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 1886 | SL5 | C | 72 | 0 | 368 | 80 | 35 | 8 |
| 1886 | SL5 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1886 | SL5 | OF | 6 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1887 | IN3 | C | 50 | 0 | 176 | 58 | 18 | 8 |
| 1887 | IN3 | 1B | 6 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 1887 | IN3 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1887 | IN3 | OF | 15 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1888 | IN3 | C | 47 | 0 | 211 | 63 | 21 | 4 |
| 1888 | IN3 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1888 | IN3 | 3B | 14 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 |
| 1888 | IN3 | OF | 10 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1889 | IN3 | C | 18 | 0 | 54 | 28 | 12 | 0 |
| 1889 | IN3 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1889 | IN3 | OF | 23 | 0 | 52 | 8 | 6 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 305 |
| First Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 16 |
| Left Field | 27 |
| Center Field | 69 |
| Right Field | 14 |