Harry Sage
Born: 3/16/1864 in Rock Island, IL, USA
Died: 5/27/1947 in Rock Island, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1890-04-17 | Final Game: 1890-10-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Biography
Harry Sage, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1890 to 1904. Primarily known as a position player, Sage made a modest yet notable impact in the early days of Major League Baseball. He played a total of 81 games, where he recorded 41 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 25 runs. His batting average stood at .149, reflective of the offensive challenges faced by players during this era, which was characterized by lower offensive outputs compared to modern standards.
Throughout his career, Sage also showcased his speed on the base paths, accumulating 10 stolen bases. His playing days coincided with a time when the game was still evolving, transitioning from the rough-and-tumble style of the 19th century into a more organized sport. While his statistics may not place him among the legends of the game, Sage's contributions to the teams he played for during the nascent years of professional baseball serve as a reminder of the dedication and spirit of early players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | 275 | 40 | 41 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 25 | 10 | 29 | 0 | 0.149 | 0.235 | 0.229 | 0.464 | -1658.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | TL2 | AA | 81 | 275 | 40 | 41 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 25 | 10 | 29 | 0 | 0.149 | -1658.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 80 | 0 | 336 | 153 | 27 | 3 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | TL2 | C | 80 | 0 | 336 | 153 | 27 | 3 |
| 1890 | TL2 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 80 |
| Center Field | 1 |