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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | DET | AL | 2 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | CIN | NL | 19 | 59 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0.203 | -244.5 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | DET | OF | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | CIN | OF | 15 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |