Harry Shanley
Born: 1/30/1889 in Granbury, TX, USA
Died: 12/13/1934 in St. Petersburg, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-09-15 | Final Game: 1912-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: Harry Root Shanley
Biography
Harry Shanley, born in 1889, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the early 20th century. He played in the Major Leagues from September 15 to September 24, 1912, primarily taking on the role of a position player during his time with the team. Despite the short duration of his career, Shanley made his mark by appearing in 5 games, where he recorded 0 hits and 0 home runs, finishing with a batting average of .0. However, he contributed to his team by driving in 1 run, illustrating that even in limited opportunities, players could impact the game in various ways.
Shanley's career unfolded in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively charged style of play that would emerge in the following decades. While his statistical contributions may not reflect a typical successful baseball career, Shanley remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who passed through the league during its formative years. His story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.200 | 0.000 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | AL | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St. Louis | St. Louis | MO | 1909, 1910 |