Peaches O'Neill
Born: 8/30/1879 in Anderson, IN, USA
Died: 8/2/1955 in Anderson, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-04-16 | Final Game: 1904-08-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Philip Bernard O'Neill
Biography
Peaches O'Neill was a professional baseball player born in 1879, who played in the Major Leagues during a brief career from 1904 to 1904. Although his time in the big leagues was short, appearing in only 8 games, O'Neill made an impact as a position player, showcasing his skills during an era characterized by evolving player dynamics and the early stages of offensive strategy in baseball. He finished his career with a batting average of .267, accumulating 4 hits and driving in 1 run, while not hitting any home runs or stealing bases.
O'Neill's career unfolded in a period when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offense-driven approach, and his performance, albeit limited, reflected the competitive spirit of the time. While he may not have had the longevity or the statistical achievements of some of his contemporaries, O'Neill's presence in the Major Leagues during this pivotal era remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the game's rich tapestry, even if only for a fleeting moment.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.267 | 0.312 | 0.267 | 0.579 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CIN | NL | 8 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 5 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CIN | C | 5 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1904 | CIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 5 |
| First Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1899, 1900, 1901, 1902 |