Jake Stahl
Born: 4/13/1879 in Elkhart, IL, USA
Died: 9/18/1922 in Monrovia, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-06-06 | Final Game: 1913-06-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Garland Stahl
Biography
Jake Stahl was a notable position player in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, carving out a respectable career from 1903 to 1913. Born in 1879, Stahl played in a total of 981 games, where he established himself as a reliable hitter and a versatile athlete. Over his career, he recorded 894 hits, showcasing his ability to consistently find ways to reach base. He amassed 31 home runs and drove in 437 runs, exhibiting a blend of power and run-producing ability that contributed to his teams' offensive efforts. With a career batting average of .261, Stahl was a solid contributor during an era that was transitioning from the deadball style of play to a more offensive-minded approach.
In addition to his offensive contributions, Stahl was also a threat on the bases, accumulating 178 stolen bases throughout his career, a testament to his speed and base-running acumen. His tenure in the league coincided with significant changes in the game, as baseball was beginning to evolve into a more dynamic sport. After retiring in 1913, Stahl left behind a legacy as a versatile player who was able to adapt to the changing landscape of baseball, making him a noteworthy figure in the history of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 981 | 3425 | 405 | 894 | 149 | 87 | 31 | 437 | 178 | 221 | 601 | 0.261 | 0.323 | 0.382 | 0.706 | 6613.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BOS | AL | 40 | 92 | 14 | 22 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 0.239 | 92.0 |
| 1904 | WSN | AL | 142 | 520 | 54 | 136 | 29 | 12 | 3 | 50 | 25 | 21 | 99 | 0.262 | 884.8 |
| 1905 | WSN | AL | 141 | 501 | 66 | 125 | 22 | 12 | 5 | 66 | 41 | 28 | 95 | 0.250 | 683.4 |
| 1906 | WSN | AL | 137 | 482 | 38 | 107 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 51 | 30 | 21 | 80 | 0.222 | -1197.5 |
| 1908 | BOS | AL | 78 | 262 | 29 | 64 | 9 | 11 | 0 | 23 | 13 | 20 | 37 | 0.244 | 688.1 |
| 1908 | NYY | AL | 75 | 274 | 34 | 70 | 18 | 5 | 2 | 42 | 17 | 11 | 43 | 0.255 | 688.1 |
| 1909 | BOS | AL | 127 | 435 | 62 | 128 | 19 | 12 | 6 | 60 | 16 | 43 | 94 | 0.294 | 2484.9 |
| 1910 | BOS | AL | 144 | 531 | 68 | 144 | 19 | 16 | 10 | 77 | 22 | 42 | 128 | 0.271 | 1565.1 |
| 1912 | BOS | AL | 95 | 326 | 40 | 98 | 21 | 6 | 3 | 60 | 13 | 31 | 0 | 0.301 | 922.2 |
| 1913 | BOS | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 32 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | WS | BOS | 8 | 32 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 839 | 747 | 8458 | 462 | 150 | 328 |
| C | 28 | 0 | 104 | 27 | 6 | 0 |
| OF | 92 | 91 | 169 | 18 | 13 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BOS | C | 28 | 0 | 104 | 27 | 6 | 0 |
| 1903 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1904 | WS1 | 1B | 119 | 119 | 1202 | 85 | 29 | 52 |
| 1904 | WS1 | OF | 23 | 23 | 57 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 1905 | WS1 | 1B | 140 | 140 | 1343 | 94 | 21 | 51 |
| 1906 | WS1 | 1B | 136 | 136 | 1322 | 78 | 24 | 51 |
| 1908 | BOS | 1B | 78 | 78 | 830 | 43 | 14 | 34 |
| 1908 | NYA | 1B | 6 | 6 | 67 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1908 | NYA | OF | 68 | 68 | 111 | 14 | 9 | 3 |
| 1909 | BOS | 1B | 126 | 126 | 1353 | 50 | 20 | 57 |
| 1910 | BOS | 1B | 142 | 142 | 1488 | 60 | 23 | 46 |
| 1912 | BOS | 1B | 92 | 0 | 853 | 49 | 18 | 37 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 28 |
| First Base | 840 |
| Left Field | 64 |
| Center Field | 29 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1901, 1902, 1903 |