Red Sheridan, baseball player, 1918-1920

Red Sheridan

Born: 11/14/1896 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Died: 11/25/1975 in Queens Village, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1918-07-03 | Final Game: 1920-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Eugene Anthony Sheridan

Biography

Red Sheridan was a professional baseball player born in 1896, who played as a position player in the early 20th century. His Major League Baseball career spanned from July 3, 1918, to October 1, 1920. During this brief tenure, Sheridan appeared in 5 games, where he recorded 1 hit in 6 at-bats, culminating in a batting average of .167. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs, he did demonstrate his speed on the base paths, stealing 1 base. Sheridan's career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive production. Despite his short time in the majors, Red Sheridan's participation in the game reflects the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the myriad of players who contributed to the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment. His professional journey serves as a reminder of the many stories woven into the fabric of baseball, even those of lesser-known players.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
5 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0.167 0.286 0.167 0.452 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 2 0 3 2 0 0
SS 3 0 3 3 0 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 2
Shortstop 3