Marv Olson
Born: 5/28/1907 in Gayville, SD, USA
Died: 2/5/1998 in Tyndall, SD, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-09-13 | Final Game: 1933-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Marvin Clement Olson
Biography
Marv Olson was a professional baseball player born in 1907, who played in the Major Leagues from 1931 to 1933. During his career, he appeared in 133 games primarily as a position player. Known for his versatility on the field, Olson contributed to his teams with a solid batting average of .241, accumulating 110 hits and driving in 30 runs. Although he did not hit any home runs, he showcased speed on the bases with a total of 1 stolen base.
Olson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to emerge from the lows of the Great Depression and the deadball era, heading into a time of more offensive production. Despite the challenges of the era, Olson's contributions on the field were significant in helping his teams remain competitive. His professional journey, while not laden with remarkable statistics, reflects the dedication and resilience of players who made their mark in the early years of the game. Olson's legacy lives on as a part of baseball's rich history, embodying the spirit of the sport during the early 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 133 | 457 | 67 | 110 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 70 | 30 | 0.241 | 0.342 | 0.300 | 0.641 | -877.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | BOS | AL | 15 | 53 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0.189 | -232.3 |
| 1932 | BOS | AL | 115 | 403 | 58 | 100 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 61 | 26 | 0.248 | -645.6 |
| 1933 | BOS | AL | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 122 | 0 | 315 | 379 | 32 | 77 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | BOS | 2B | 15 | 0 | 49 | 55 | 4 | 9 |
| 1932 | BOS | 2B | 106 | 0 | 266 | 324 | 28 | 68 |
| 1932 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 122 |
| Third Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther College | Decorah | IA | 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930 |