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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PHA | AL | 20 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PHA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1925 | PHA | SS | 16 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 17 |