Amos Strunk, baseball player, 1908-1924

Amos Strunk

Born: 1/22/1889 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 7/22/1979 in Llanerch, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1908-09-24 | Final Game: 1924-06-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Amos Aaron Strunk

Biography

Amos Strunk was a prominent American baseball player born in 1889, whose career spanned from 1908 to 1924. Primarily a position player, Strunk became known for his solid batting skills and speed on the basepaths during an era that saw the transition from the deadball period to a more offensive-minded game. Over the course of 1,512 games, he recorded 1,418 hits, boasting a commendable batting average of .284. His ability to contribute not only in hitting but also in base running was evident through his 185 stolen bases and 530 runs batted in, highlighting his all-around value to his teams. Strunk's career included notable stints with teams such as the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago White Sox, where he made a significant impact as a dependable outfielder. While he hit only 15 home runs throughout his career, his consistent hitting and ability to get on base made him an essential part of the offensive lineup. Amos Strunk's contributions to baseball during the early 20th century reflected the evolving dynamics of the game, and his legacy endures as a testament to the skill and determination of players from that pivotal era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1512 4999 696 1418 213 96 15 530 185 573 355 0.284 0.359 0.374 0.732 9711.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
18 65 6 13 2 2 0 2 4 14 0.200

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1918 WS BOS 6 23 1 4 1 1 0 0 0 5 0.174
1914 WS PHA 2 7 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.286
1913 WS PHA 5 17 3 2 0 0 0 0 2 2 0.118
1911 WS PHA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1910 WS PHA 4 18 2 5 1 1 0 2 2 5 0.278

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 37 0 361 16 9 27
OF 1327 29 2830 159 61 36

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 38
Left Field 153
Center Field 968
Right Field 220