Len Stockwell
Born: 8/25/1859 in Cordova, IL, USA
Died: 1/28/1905 in Niles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1879-05-17 | Final Game: 1890-05-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Leonard Clark Stockwell
Biography
Len Stockwell, born in 1859, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1879 to 1890. Primarily a position player, Stockwell made his mark during an era that was still defining the fundamentals of the game. He played in a total of 6 games, where he recorded 3 hits and finished with a batting average of .136. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, Stockwell's involvement in the burgeoning sport of baseball during the late 19th century contributed to the development of the game as it transitioned from its formative years into a more organized professional sport.
Although Stockwell's career statistics might not reflect the power and prowess seen in future generations, his participation in the early days of professional baseball is a testament to the many players who laid the groundwork for the sport. The time he spent on the field coincided with the rise of organized leagues, and players like Stockwell contributed to the foundation upon which the modern game was built. His experience is a reminder of the diverse backgrounds and talents that have shaped baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.136 | 0.136 | 0.182 | 0.318 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 | CL2 | NL | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | LS2 | AA | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1890 | CL4 | NL | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 5 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 | CL2 | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1884 | LS2 | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1884 | LS2 | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1890 | CL4 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1890 | CL4 | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 1 |