Homer Peel
Born: 10/10/1902 in Fort Sullivan, TX, USA
Died: 4/8/1997 in Shreveport, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-09-13 | Final Game: 1934-06-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Homer Hefner Peel
Biography
Homer Peel, born in 1902, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1927 to 1934. Over the course of his career, he played in 186 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a position player. Peel recorded 100 hits and demonstrated his ability to contribute to his team's offense with a total of 44 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .238. He also managed to hit 2 home runs and added 1 stolen base to his career totals, displaying a blend of power and speed that was appreciated during the era in which he played.
Peel's playing career unfolded during a time of significant transition in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more offensive style. While he may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, his contributions on the field reflected the hard work and dedication of many players in the early 20th century. His time in the league, albeit brief, was part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing an era that laid the groundwork for the future of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 186 | 420 | 48 | 100 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 44 | 1 | 30 | 24 | 0.238 | 0.294 | 0.298 | 0.591 | -1248.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | STL | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | PHI | NL | 53 | 156 | 16 | 42 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 12 | 7 | 0.269 | -306.6 |
| 1930 | STL | NL | 26 | 73 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.164 | -672.5 |
| 1933 | NY1 | NL | 84 | 148 | 16 | 38 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 0.257 | -268.9 |
| 1934 | NY1 | NL | 21 | 41 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.195 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | WS | NY1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| OF | 116 | 0 | 186 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1929 | PHI | OF | 39 | 0 | 94 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1930 | SLN | OF | 21 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1933 | NY1 | OF | 45 | 0 | 49 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1934 | NY1 | OF | 10 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 43 |
| Center Field | 53 |
| Right Field | 21 |