Charlie Swindells
Born: 10/26/1878 in Rockford, IL, USA
Died: 7/22/1940 in Portland, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-09-07 | Final Game: 1904-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Charles Jay Swindells
Biography
Charlie Swindells was a professional baseball player born in 1878, who played in the early 20th century during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His Major League career spanned from September 7, 1904, to September 22, 1904, during which he appeared in just three games as a position player. While his time in the majors was brief, Swindells made his mark in baseball history as one of the many players who contributed to the growing popularity of the sport during its formative years.
In his limited playing time, Swindells recorded one hit in three games, resulting in a batting average of .125. Despite not achieving significant statistical milestones—such as home runs or RBIs—his participation in Major League Baseball during this era reflected the increasing opportunities for players and the evolving nature of the game. Although his career was short-lived, Swindells remains a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history, demonstrating the challenges and aspirations faced by players in a competitive and rapidly changing environment.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | STL | NL | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 3 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | SLN | C | 3 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1898, 1899 |