Roger Peckinpaugh
Born: 2/5/1891 in Wooster, OH, USA
Died: 11/17/1977 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-09-15 | Final Game: 1927-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Roger Thorpe Peckinpaugh
Biography
Roger Peckinpaugh, born in 1891, was a prominent professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1910 to 1927. He was primarily recognized as a position player, showcasing his versatility and skill on the field. Over the course of his career, Peckinpaugh played in 2012 games, accumulating 1,876 hits and demonstrating his ability to consistently reach base. He finished with a batting average of .259, while also contributing significantly in terms of run production with 740 RBIs and 48 home runs. His speed on the bases was notable as well, as he successfully stole 205 bases, reflecting the aggressive style of play that characterized the era.
Peckinpaugh's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, bridging the gap between the deadball era and the more dynamic offensive styles that emerged in the following decades. His contributions to the game were not only measured in statistics but also in his leadership on the field, as he became known for his tenacity and competitive spirit. As a player who navigated through the evolving landscape of early 20th-century baseball, Peckinpaugh remains a significant figure in the sport's history, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to be remembered by fans and historians alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 7233 | 1006 | 1876 | 256 | 75 | 48 | 740 | 205 | 814 | 624 | 0.259 | 0.336 | 0.335 | 0.672 | -3041.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 15 | 45 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1912 | CLE | AL | 70 | 236 | 18 | 50 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 11 | 16 | 0 | 0.212 | -1109.7 |
| 1913 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1913 | NYY | AL | 95 | 340 | 35 | 91 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 32 | 19 | 24 | 47 | 0.268 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | NYY | AL | 157 | 570 | 55 | 127 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 51 | 38 | 51 | 73 | 0.223 | -1427.2 |
| 1915 | NYY | AL | 142 | 540 | 67 | 119 | 18 | 7 | 5 | 44 | 19 | 49 | 72 | 0.220 | -891.3 |
| 1916 | NYY | AL | 145 | 552 | 65 | 141 | 22 | 8 | 4 | 58 | 18 | 62 | 50 | 0.255 | 697.8 |
| 1917 | NYY | AL | 148 | 543 | 63 | 141 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 41 | 17 | 64 | 46 | 0.260 | 692.8 |
| 1918 | NYY | AL | 122 | 446 | 59 | 103 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 43 | 12 | 43 | 41 | 0.231 | -692.0 |
| 1919 | NYY | AL | 122 | 453 | 89 | 138 | 20 | 2 | 7 | 33 | 10 | 59 | 37 | 0.305 | 1825.2 |
| 1920 | NYY | AL | 139 | 534 | 109 | 144 | 26 | 6 | 8 | 55 | 8 | 72 | 47 | 0.270 | 683.7 |
| 1921 | NYY | AL | 149 | 577 | 128 | 166 | 25 | 7 | 8 | 71 | 2 | 84 | 44 | 0.288 | 710.1 |
| 1922 | WSN | AL | 147 | 520 | 62 | 132 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 48 | 11 | 55 | 36 | 0.254 | -1513.3 |
| 1923 | WSN | AL | 154 | 568 | 73 | 150 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 62 | 10 | 64 | 30 | 0.264 | -1110.5 |
| 1924 | WSN | AL | 155 | 523 | 72 | 142 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 73 | 9 | 72 | 45 | 0.272 | -411.1 |
| 1925 | WSN | AL | 126 | 422 | 67 | 124 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 64 | 13 | 49 | 23 | 0.294 | -99.5 |
| 1926 | WSN | AL | 57 | 147 | 19 | 35 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 28 | 12 | 0.238 | -167.7 |
| 1927 | CHW | AL | 68 | 217 | 23 | 64 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 21 | 6 | 0.295 | -99.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 64 | 4 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | WS | WS1 | 7 | 24 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 1924 | WS | WS1 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.417 |
| 1921 | WS | NYA | 8 | 28 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.179 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 1982 | 13 | 3919 | 6337 | 553 | 952 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | SS | 14 | 13 | 20 | 38 | 6 | 3 |
| 1912 | CLE | SS | 68 | 0 | 127 | 188 | 26 | 16 |
| 1913 | NYA | SS | 93 | 0 | 184 | 303 | 36 | 30 |
| 1914 | NYA | SS | 157 | 0 | 356 | 500 | 39 | 45 |
| 1915 | NYA | SS | 142 | 0 | 291 | 468 | 47 | 60 |
| 1916 | NYA | SS | 145 | 0 | 285 | 468 | 43 | 50 |
| 1917 | NYA | SS | 148 | 0 | 292 | 467 | 54 | 84 |
| 1918 | NYA | SS | 122 | 0 | 260 | 439 | 28 | 75 |
| 1919 | NYA | SS | 121 | 0 | 271 | 434 | 43 | 57 |
| 1920 | NYA | SS | 137 | 0 | 263 | 441 | 28 | 56 |
| 1921 | NYA | SS | 149 | 0 | 318 | 443 | 42 | 75 |
| 1922 | WS1 | SS | 147 | 0 | 265 | 527 | 41 | 93 |
| 1923 | WS1 | SS | 154 | 0 | 311 | 510 | 45 | 105 |
| 1924 | WS1 | SS | 155 | 0 | 278 | 487 | 29 | 81 |
| 1925 | WS1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1925 | WS1 | SS | 124 | 0 | 215 | 345 | 28 | 71 |
| 1926 | WS1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1926 | WS1 | SS | 46 | 0 | 82 | 109 | 8 | 21 |
| 1927 | CHA | SS | 60 | 0 | 101 | 170 | 10 | 30 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 1981 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | |
| 1921 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1919 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1919 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 1st | 45.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1923 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 13th | 6.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1922 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 2.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1914 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 23th | 2.0 | 64 | 0 |