Ollie O'Mara
Born: 3/8/1891 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 10/24/1989 in Reno, NV, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-09-08 | Final Game: 1919-04-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Oliver Edward O'Mara
Biography
Ollie O'Mara was a professional baseball player born in 1891, who played in the Major Leagues from 1912 until 1919. A versatile position player, O'Mara appeared in 412 games throughout his career. He accumulated a total of 341 hits, contributing to a batting average of .231. Known for his speed on the bases, he recorded 46 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting. Despite only hitting 2 home runs, he drove in 77 runs, demonstrating his capacity to contribute offensively in clutch situations.
O'Mara's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was transitioning from the deadball era into a more dynamic offensive phase. While he may not have achieved the notoriety of some of his contemporaries, O'Mara's contributions on the field and his role in the game reflect the spirit of an era where speed and strategy were paramount. His tenure in the league remains a testament to the dedication and resilience of players who shaped the early years of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 412 | 1478 | 166 | 341 | 49 | 8 | 2 | 77 | 46 | 86 | 104 | 0.231 | 0.280 | 0.279 | 0.559 | -3536.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | DET | AL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | BRO | NL | 67 | 247 | 41 | 65 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 16 | 26 | 0.263 | -81.3 |
| 1915 | BRO | NL | 149 | 577 | 77 | 141 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 31 | 11 | 51 | 40 | 0.244 | -685.8 |
| 1916 | BRO | NL | 72 | 193 | 18 | 39 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 0.202 | -725.8 |
| 1918 | BRO | NL | 121 | 450 | 29 | 96 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 11 | 7 | 18 | 0.213 | -2043.4 |
| 1919 | BRO | NL | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | WS | BRO | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 123 | 0 | 130 | 265 | 21 | 15 |
| SS | 264 | 0 | 548 | 766 | 135 | 91 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | DET | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | BRO | SS | 63 | 0 | 110 | 183 | 26 | 17 |
| 1915 | BRO | SS | 149 | 0 | 319 | 431 | 78 | 44 |
| 1916 | BRO | SS | 51 | 0 | 117 | 148 | 30 | 30 |
| 1918 | BRO | 3B | 121 | 0 | 126 | 262 | 20 | 15 |
| 1919 | BRO | 3B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 123 |
| Shortstop | 263 |