Russ Scarritt
Born: 1/14/1903 in Pensacola, FL, USA
Died: 12/4/1994 in Pensacola, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-04-18 | Final Game: 1932-05-25
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Stephen Russell Mallory Scarritt
Biography
Russ Scarritt was a professional baseball player born in 1903, who played in Major League Baseball from 1929 until 1932. He made his debut in the league on April 18, 1929, and concluded his playing career on May 25, 1932. Scarritt established himself as a versatile position player, participating in a total of 285 games throughout his career. He recorded 296 hits, which contributed to a commendable batting average of .285. His offensive contributions included 3 home runs and 120 runs batted in (RBIs), while also showcasing his speed on the base paths with 17 stolen bases.
Scarritt's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the late 1920s and early 1930s, an era characterized by the emergence of new playing styles and strategies. His consistent hitting and ability to contribute in various capacities made him a valuable asset to his teams. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Scarritt's solid performance on the field left a lasting impact, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 285 | 1037 | 119 | 296 | 44 | 25 | 3 | 120 | 17 | 49 | 91 | 0.285 | 0.320 | 0.385 | 0.705 | -1761.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 151 | 540 | 69 | 159 | 26 | 17 | 1 | 71 | 13 | 34 | 38 | 0.294 | -477.5 |
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 113 | 447 | 48 | 129 | 17 | 8 | 2 | 48 | 4 | 12 | 49 | 0.289 | -1284.2 |
| 1931 | BOS | AL | 10 | 39 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | PHI | NL | 11 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 265 | 0 | 581 | 22 | 28 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BOS | OF | 145 | 0 | 302 | 16 | 19 | 6 |
| 1930 | BOS | OF | 110 | 0 | 256 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
| 1931 | BOS | OF | 9 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 256 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 10 |