Doc Ralston
Born: 8/3/1885 in Pierpont, OH, USA
Died: 8/29/1950 in Lancaster, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-09-08 | Final Game: 1910-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Samuel Beryl Ralston
Biography
Doc Ralston, born in 1885, was a position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned from September 8, 1910, to October 6, 1910. Though his time in the major leagues was limited to just 21 games, Ralston's contributions to the game during the early 20th century reflect the evolution of baseball as it transitioned from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play.
In his short stint, Ralston recorded 15 hits, resulting in a batting average of .205, complemented by three RBIs and two stolen bases. Despite not hitting any home runs, his speed on the base paths showcased the emerging emphasis on athleticism and base running that would become more prominent in the decades to follow. While Ralston's statistical output may not have placed him among the more celebrated figures of his era, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the numerous players whose contributions, though not always highlighted, played a role in the game's development.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 73 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 20 | 0.205 | 0.256 | 0.219 | 0.476 | -280.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | WSN | AL | 21 | 73 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 20 | 0.205 | -280.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 21 | 19 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | WS1 | OF | 21 | 19 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 21 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove City College | Grove City | PA | 1905 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh | PA | 1906, 1907, 1908 |