Paul Sentell
Born: 8/27/1879 in New Orleans, LA, USA
Died: 4/27/1923 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-12 | Final Game: 1907-04-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 176 lbs
Full name: Leopold Theodore Sentell
Biography
Paul Sentell was a professional baseball player born in 1879, who played in the early 20th century during a transformative period for Major League Baseball. His career spanned from April 12, 1906, to April 27, 1907, during which he participated in 66 games as a position player. Sentell's contributions to his teams were characterized by his speed and agility on the base paths, as evidenced by his 15 stolen bases. He finished his career with a batting average of .226, recording 44 hits, 14 RBIs, and one home run.
Despite a brief career, Sentell's presence on the field reflected the evolving nature of baseball as it began to transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play. His ability to steal bases was a valuable asset at a time when the strategy of base running was becoming increasingly important. While his statistics may not place him among the most celebrated players of his time, Sentell remains a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history, representing the dedication and spirit of players during the formative years of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 195 | 19 | 44 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 19 | 0.226 | 0.291 | 0.277 | 0.568 | -209.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | PHI | NL | 63 | 192 | 19 | 44 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 0.229 | -209.8 |
| 1907 | PHI | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 19 | 18 | 35 | 38 | 6 | 3 |
| 3B | 33 | 32 | 35 | 67 | 13 | 1 |
| OF | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | PHI | 2B | 19 | 18 | 35 | 38 | 6 | 3 |
| 1906 | PHI | 3B | 33 | 32 | 35 | 67 | 13 | 1 |
| 1906 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1906 | PHI | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | PHI | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | PHI | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 20 |
| Third Base | 33 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
| Right Field | 3 |