Pete O'Brien
Born: 6/16/1867 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 6/30/1937 in York, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1887-08-02 | Final Game: 1890-06-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Peter James O'Brien
Biography
Pete O'Brien was a professional baseball player born in 1867, whose career spanned from 1887 to 1890. Primarily serving as a position player, O'Brien played a total of 28 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 30 hits, showcasing a batting average of .273, which reflected his capability to make contact and contribute offensively. O'Brien demonstrated his power at the plate with 3 home runs and drove in 16 runs, underscoring his role in driving in scoring opportunities for his team. Additionally, he displayed speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases, highlighting his all-around athleticism.
O'Brien's career unfolded during the late 19th century, a transformative period in baseball history often characterized by the transition from the dead-ball era to a more offensively-oriented game. While his time in the league was relatively brief, O'Brien's contributions helped pave the way for future generations of players. His performance, while not among the most statistically prolific of his era, provided a glimpse into the evolving dynamics of the game as it began to embrace more aggressive and varied styles of play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 110 | 15 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 0.273 | 0.304 | 0.418 | 0.723 | 103.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | WS8 | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1890 | CHC | NL | 27 | 106 | 15 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 0.283 | 103.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 28 | 0 | 65 | 85 | 13 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | WS8 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1890 | CHN | 2B | 27 | 0 | 65 | 80 | 11 | 11 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 28 |