Al Nevin
Born: 10/3/1850 in Allegheny City, PA, USA
Died: 10/10/1921 in Pensacola, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1873-05-06 | Final Game: 1873-07-23
Full name: Alexander Brown Nevin
Biography
Al Nevin, born in 1850, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early days of the sport. His career spanned a brief period from 1873 to 1873, during which he played primarily as a position player. Nevin appeared in 13 games, showcasing his skills with a total of 11 hits, while maintaining a batting average of .200. Though he did not hit any home runs and recorded only one run batted in (RBI), his contributions came during a transitional era in baseball that laid the groundwork for future generations.
Playing in the nascent stages of organized baseball, Nevin's experience reflects the early challenges faced by players of his time. The game was still developing its identity, with evolving strategies and styles of play. While Nevin's career statistics may not denote overwhelming success, his participation in the sport during its formative years is a testament to the dedication and effort of players who helped shape the game's early narrative. His brief yet impactful career remains a part of baseball history, highlighting the journey of the sport from its infancy to the highly organized league play that would follow.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 55 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.214 | 0.291 | 0.505 | -205.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1873 | ELI | 13 | 55 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | -205.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 12 | 0 | 11 | 21 | 25 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1873 | ELI | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1873 | ELI | 3B | 12 | 0 | 11 | 21 | 25 | 0 |
| 1873 | ELI | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 12 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale University | New Haven | CT | 1871, 1872, 1873, 1874 |