Red Smith, baseball player, 1925-1925

Red Smith

Born: 7/17/1899 in Ashley, IL, USA

Died: 2/19/1961 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1925-04-14 | Final Game: 1925-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Marvin Harold Smith

Biography

Red Smith, born in 1899, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the 1925 Major League Baseball season. His career spanned from April 14 to September 26 of that year, during which he played a total of 20 games. Primarily a position player, Smith showcased his skills with a batting average of .286, accumulating 4 hits and 1 run batted in (RBI) over the course of his brief stint in the big leagues. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, his performance demonstrated a solid ability to make contact and contribute to his team's offensive efforts. Playing during a time when the game was transitioning into a more modern era, Smith's contributions, while limited in volume, reflected the competitive spirit and dedication of early 20th-century players. His time in the majors may have been short-lived, but it is a testament to the rich tapestry of baseball history that includes a myriad of players whose careers, regardless of duration, contribute to the legacy of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
20 14 1 4 0 0 0 1 0 2 5 0.286 0.375 0.286 0.661 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 2 0 1 2 1 1
SS 16 0 6 13 3 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 2
Shortstop 17