Joe Scotland

Born: 3/8/1882 in Montgomery, AL, USA

Died: 5/10/1923 in Indianapolis, IN, USA

Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Joseph Scotland

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Biography

Joe Scotland, born in 1882, is an active position player known for his contributions on the field and his dynamic playing style. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 61 games, accumulating 52 hits and achieving a batting average of .246. His offensive prowess includes 3 home runs and 29 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs when it matters most. Additionally, Scotland demonstrates speed on the bases with 15 stolen bases, making him a dual threat as both a hitter and a base runner. Scotland's career unfolds in an era marked by the evolution of the game, where speed and versatility are increasingly valued. His ongoing presence in the league highlights his resilience and adaptability as he continues to make his mark. As he plays, Scotland not only aims to enhance his statistics but also to inspire the next generation of players with his commitment to the sport. His journey reflects the enduring spirit of baseball, where each player contributes to the rich tapestry of the game's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
61	211	33	52	7	4	3	29	15	21	0	0.246	0.323	0.360	0.684	245.1

Career AVG .246 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .323 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .360 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — +5.4% above league average.

Career OPS 0.684 vs. league average 0.665 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1913	FLP	WES	5	21	1	4	1	0	0	2	0	0	0	0.190	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	ABC	WES	56	190	32	48	6	4	3	27	15	21	0	0.253	.255 (-1%)	.322 (+4%)	.339 (+10%)	.661 (+7%)	245.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	61	0	137	14	11	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1913	FLP	OF	5	0	10	2	0	0
1914	ABC	OF	56	0	127	12	11	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	1
Center Field	60