Ivey Shiver, baseball player, 1931-1934

Ivey Shiver

Born: 1/22/1907 in Sylvester, GA, USA

Died: 8/31/1972 in Savannah, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 1931-04-14 | Final Game: 1934-05-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Ivey Merwin Shiver

Biography

Ivey Shiver, born in 1907, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 1930s. His career spanned from 1931 to 1934, during which he played primarily as a position player. Over his brief time in Major League Baseball, Shiver appeared in 21 games, showcasing his abilities at the plate with 13 hits, including 2 home runs, while driving in 6 runs. He finished his career with a batting average of 0.191 and recorded 1 stolen base, contributing to his teams in a variety of ways. Shiver's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. While his time in the spotlight was limited, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the competitive spirit of the era. Although his statistics may not stand out in the annals of baseball history, Ivey Shiver remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport, representing the many players who contributed to the game's evolution during the early 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
21 68 8 13 1 0 2 6 1 3 18 0.191 0.225 0.294 0.519 -244.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 17 0 29 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Center Field 2
Right Field 15

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Georgia Athens GA 1926, 1927, 1928