Gat Stires

Born: 10/13/1849 in Hunterdon County, NJ, USA

Died: 6/13/1933 in Oregon, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1871-05-06 | Final Game: 1871-09-15

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Garret C. Stires

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Biography

Gat Stires, born in 1849, was a notable figure in early professional baseball, playing primarily as a position player during the formative years of the sport. His career spanned from May 6, 1871, to September 15, 1871, a period marked by the transition from amateur to professional play. In just 25 games, Stires showcased his skills at the plate, amassing 30 hits and achieving a batting average of .273. He demonstrated power with 2 home runs and contributed significantly to his team's offensive efforts with 24 RBIs. Additionally, his speed on the bases was evident as he recorded 3 stolen bases. Stires' brief career unfolded during the early days of Major League Baseball, a time when the game was still developing its identity and rules. His contributions, while limited in duration, reflected the burgeoning talent pool and competitive spirit of the era. Although he played only one season, Stires remains a part of the historical tapestry of the sport, representing the players who laid the groundwork for future generations in baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
25 110 23 30 4 6 2 24 3 7 5 0.273 0.316 0.473 0.789 207.5

Career AVG .273 vs. league average .287 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .316 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .473 vs. league average .384 across their career seasons — +23.2% above league average.

Career OPS 0.789 vs. league average 0.695 across their career seasons — +13.5% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1871 RC1 25 110 23 30 4 6 2 24 3 7 5 0.273 .286 (-5%) .311 (+2%) .383 (+23%) .695 (+13%) 207.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 25 25 33 3 7 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1871 RC1 OF 25 25 33 3 7 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Right Field 25