John Rudolph
Born: 7/10/1882 in Natrona, PA, USA
Died: 4/17/1967 in Natrona, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-07-03 | Final Game: 1904-07-17
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Herman Rudolph
Biography
John Rudolph was a professional baseball player born in 1882, who played in the early 20th century during a transformative period in the sport. His career spanned from 1903 to 1907, during which he participated in a total of 3 games. As a position player, Rudolph recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.25. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his brief stint in Major League Baseball placed him among the ranks of players during a time when the game was evolving, moving from the deadball era into a more offensive-oriented style of play.
Rudolph's career, while not distinguished by prolific statistics, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history in the early 1900s. His participation in the major leagues, although limited, reflects the competitive nature of the sport during this era, where many players fought for their place in a rapidly changing game. Despite his short tenure, his legacy endures as part of the foundational years of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1904 | CHC | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CHN | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 2 |