Owen Shannon
Born: 12/22/1879 in Omaha, NE, USA
Died: 4/10/1918 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-09-05 | Final Game: 1907-08-24
Bats: R | Throws: R
Full name: Owen Dennis Ignatius Shannon
Biography
Owen Shannon was born in 1879 and played professional baseball from 1903 to 1907. He primarily served as a position player during his brief career in Major League Baseball, appearing in a total of 13 games. Shannon recorded 7 hits, contributing 3 runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts, and finished his career with a batting average of .200. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, his presence on the field during a period characterized by the early development of the game reflected the evolving nature of baseball.
Shannon's playing career unfolded in the early 20th century, a time when the sport was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offense-driven approach. While he may not have achieved significant statistical milestones, his participation in the league during this formative period highlights the diverse tapestry of players who contributed to the history of baseball. Shannon's short stint in the majors serves as a reminder of the many athletes who shaped the game, even if their careers were not marked by extensive records or accolades.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 35 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.222 | 0.257 | 0.479 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | SLA | AL | 9 | 28 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | WSN | AL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 12 | 2 | 51 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | SLA | C | 8 | 0 | 38 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1903 | SLA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | WS1 | C | 4 | 2 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 12 |
| First Base | 1 |