Henri Rondeau
Born: 5/5/1887 in Danielson, CT, USA
Died: 5/28/1943 in Woonsocket, RI, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-04-11 | Final Game: 1916-07-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Henri Joseph Rondeau
Biography
Henri Rondeau was a professional baseball player born in 1887, who played in Major League Baseball from 1913 until 1916. Primarily a position player, Rondeau's career spanned 99 games during which he made a modest impact at the plate, recording 56 hits, including one home run, and driving in 37 runs. His batting average stood at .206, reflecting the challenges many hitters faced during the early 20th century, a period characterized by a strong emphasis on pitching and defense, often referred to as the deadball era.
Rondeau's playing style was marked by his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his total of 9 stolen bases throughout his career. While he may not have been among the most celebrated players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for were integral in the context of the rapidly evolving game of baseball in the early 1900s. His career, which concluded on July 1, 1916, left a lasting legacy as part of the tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the dedication and perseverance of players during a transformative era in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 272 | 28 | 56 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 37 | 9 | 36 | 37 | 0.206 | 0.305 | 0.265 | 0.570 | -214.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | DET | AL | 35 | 70 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 14 | 16 | 0.186 | -171.2 |
| 1915 | WSN | AL | 14 | 40 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0.175 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | WSN | AL | 50 | 162 | 20 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 28 | 7 | 18 | 18 | 0.222 | -42.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 0 | 54 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| C | 16 | 0 | 46 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 59 | 0 | 139 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | DET | C | 16 | 0 | 46 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| 1913 | DET | 1B | 6 | 0 | 54 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 1915 | WS1 | OF | 11 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | WS1 | OF | 48 | 0 | 110 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 16 |
| First Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 44 |
| Right Field | 17 |