Roger Peckinpaugh, baseball player, 1910-1927

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Shortstop 1981

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