Urbane Pickering

Urbane Pickering was a professional baseball player born in 1899, who played primarily as a position player during the early 1930s. His career spanned from April 18, 1931, to September 25, 1932, during a transitional period in Major League Baseball as it moved away from the deadball era and began to embrace a more offensive style of play. Over the course of his career, Pickering appeared in 235 games, amassing a total of 205 hits, which contributed to a batting average of .257. He demonstrated solid offensive skills, hitting 11 home runs and driving in 92 runs, while also showcasing some speed on the bases with 6 stolen bases. Pickering's contributions to his teams were marked by his consistent hitting and ability to drive in runs, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. Although his time in the Major Leagues was relatively brief, he left an impact on the game during a period of significant change, as baseball began to evolve toward the power-hitting era of the 1930s and beyond. His career, while not filled with the accolades of some contemporaries, reflects the dedication and skill of a player who navigated the challenges of a competitive landscape in early 20th-century baseball.