Roy Spencer
Born: 2/22/1900 in Scranton, NC, USA
Died: 2/8/1973 in Port Charlotte, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-04-19 | Final Game: 1938-05-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Roy Hampton Spencer
Biography
Roy Spencer, born in 1900, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1925 to 1938. Primarily serving as a position player, Spencer's career spanned the late 1920s to the late 1930s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the offensive explosion that characterized the pre-war years. Over the course of 636 games, he accumulated 448 hits, resulting in a career batting average of .247. His contributions to his teams included 203 RBIs and three home runs, showcasing his role as a reliable, if not power-hitting, player during his time.
Spencer's game was defined by his versatility and ability to contribute in various capacities, though he was not known for his speed on the bases, finishing his career with just four stolen bases. While not a household name, Spencer's presence in the lineup reflected the grit and determination of players in an era where the game was evolving, with increasing emphasis on power hitting and pitching. His career serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during a transformative time in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 636 | 1814 | 177 | 448 | 57 | 13 | 3 | 203 | 4 | 128 | 130 | 0.247 | 0.301 | 0.298 | 0.598 | -6454.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PIT | NL | 14 | 28 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1926 | PIT | NL | 28 | 43 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.395 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | PIT | NL | 38 | 92 | 9 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.283 | -219.5 |
| 1929 | WSN | AL | 50 | 116 | 18 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 0.155 | -931.9 |
| 1930 | WSN | AL | 93 | 321 | 32 | 82 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 18 | 27 | 0.255 | -1410.5 |
| 1931 | WSN | AL | 145 | 483 | 48 | 133 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 60 | 0 | 35 | 21 | 0.275 | -971.0 |
| 1932 | WSN | AL | 102 | 317 | 28 | 78 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 41 | 0 | 24 | 17 | 0.246 | -1200.0 |
| 1933 | CLE | AL | 75 | 227 | 26 | 46 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 23 | 17 | 0.203 | -997.4 |
| 1934 | CLE | AL | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | NY1 | NL | 19 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 51 | 117 | 5 | 24 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.205 | -661.6 |
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 16 | 45 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.267 | -62.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | WS | PIT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 585 | 0 | 2138 | 275 | 40 | 33 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PIT | C | 11 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 1926 | PIT | C | 12 | 0 | 29 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1927 | PIT | C | 34 | 0 | 98 | 15 | 3 | 2 |
| 1929 | WS1 | C | 41 | 0 | 128 | 20 | 5 | 2 |
| 1930 | WS1 | C | 93 | 0 | 395 | 44 | 5 | 3 |
| 1931 | WS1 | C | 145 | 0 | 642 | 69 | 11 | 9 |
| 1932 | WS1 | C | 98 | 0 | 313 | 44 | 8 | 9 |
| 1933 | CLE | C | 72 | 0 | 258 | 42 | 3 | 4 |
| 1934 | CLE | C | 4 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | NY1 | C | 14 | 0 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | BRO | C | 45 | 0 | 177 | 27 | 0 | 2 |
| 1938 | BRO | C | 16 | 0 | 55 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 588 |