George Perring
Born: 8/13/1884 in Sharon, WI, USA
Died: 8/20/1960 in Beloit, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1908-04-25 | Final Game: 1915-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: George Wilson Perring
Biography
George Perring was a professional baseball player born in 1884, who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1908 until his retirement in 1915. Throughout his career, Perring played in 513 games, compiling 438 hits and achieving a batting average of .248. Known for his versatility as a position player, he contributed significantly to his teams with a total of 183 RBIs and 9 home runs. Additionally, Perring showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 34 bases during his time in the league.
Perring's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era and evolving into a more dynamic phase characterized by increased offensive output. His ability to combine a solid batting average with respectable power numbers made him a valuable player for the teams he represented. Perring's contributions to the game, alongside his reliable fielding and base-running skills, have etched his name in the annals of baseball history, reflecting the spirit of competition during the early 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 513 | 1764 | 198 | 438 | 75 | 34 | 9 | 183 | 34 | 154 | 152 | 0.248 | 0.311 | 0.345 | 0.655 | 704.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | CLE | AL | 89 | 310 | 23 | 67 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 19 | 8 | 16 | 39 | 0.216 | -676.6 |
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 88 | 283 | 26 | 63 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 20 | 6 | 19 | 30 | 0.223 | -176.6 |
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 39 | 122 | 14 | 27 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 0.221 | -320.8 |
| 1914 | KCF | FL | 144 | 496 | 68 | 138 | 28 | 10 | 2 | 69 | 7 | 59 | 39 | 0.278 | 1217.1 |
| 1915 | KCF | FL | 153 | 553 | 67 | 143 | 23 | 7 | 7 | 67 | 10 | 57 | 30 | 0.259 | 661.6 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | KCF | FL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 76 | 4 | 700 | 38 | 8 | 42 |
| 2B | 35 | 9 | 67 | 107 | 8 | 13 |
| 3B | 344 | 131 | 409 | 740 | 74 | 45 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 61 | 57 | 89 | 184 | 22 | 18 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | CLE | 3B | 41 | 40 | 59 | 77 | 11 | 1 |
| 1908 | CLE | SS | 48 | 47 | 74 | 159 | 18 | 15 |
| 1909 | CLE | 2B | 4 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 1909 | CLE | 3B | 67 | 61 | 83 | 151 | 17 | 6 |
| 1909 | CLE | SS | 11 | 10 | 15 | 24 | 3 | 3 |
| 1910 | CLE | 1B | 4 | 4 | 55 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| 1910 | CLE | 3B | 33 | 30 | 32 | 63 | 7 | 4 |
| 1914 | KCF | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | KCF | 1B | 41 | 0 | 386 | 18 | 4 | 26 |
| 1914 | KCF | 3B | 101 | 0 | 100 | 223 | 23 | 20 |
| 1914 | KCF | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1915 | KCF | 1B | 31 | 0 | 259 | 14 | 2 | 13 |
| 1915 | KCF | 2B | 31 | 0 | 60 | 94 | 6 | 11 |
| 1915 | KCF | 3B | 102 | 0 | 135 | 226 | 16 | 14 |
| 1915 | KCF | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 76 |
| Second Base | 40 |
| Third Base | 341 |
| Shortstop | 62 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beloit College | Beloit | WI | 1905 |