Klondike Smith
Born: 1/4/1887 in London, London, England
Died: 11/15/1959 in Springfield, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-09-28 | Final Game: 1912-10-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Armstrong Frederick Smith
Biography
Klondike Smith, born in 1887, had a brief but noteworthy career in Major League Baseball, playing for a span of just over two weeks in 1912. Smith's time in the major leagues was marked by a total of 7 games, during which he recorded 5 hits, resulting in a batting average of 0.185. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, he did contribute with 1 stolen base, showcasing a glimpse of his speed on the basepaths.
Playing during the early 20th century, Klondike Smith's tenure in baseball came at a time when the sport was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. Despite the brevity of his MLB career, Smith remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the challenges and competitiveness of securing a lasting place in the major leagues during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 27 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.185 | 0.185 | 0.222 | 0.407 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | NYY | AL | 7 | 27 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.185 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 7 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | NYA | OF | 7 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 7 |