John O'Connell
Born: 6/13/1904 in Verona, PA, USA
Died: 10/17/1992 in Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-08-16 | Final Game: 1929-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John Charles O'Connell
Biography
John O'Connell, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, playing from August 16, 1928, to October 6, 1929. O'Connell's tenure in the league spanned a time when baseball was navigating the transition away from the deadball era, as the game began to embrace more offensive strategies and player specialization. Primarily serving as a position player, he participated in a total of 3 games during his career.
Throughout his time in the majors, O'Connell recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .125. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his presence on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who sought to make their mark during a competitive and evolving period in the sport. Though his stats may not reflect a long-lasting impact, O'Connell's journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.222 | 0.250 | 0.472 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | PIT | NL | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 3 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | PIT | C | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |