Bennie Tate
Born: 12/3/1901 in Whitwell, TN, USA
Died: 10/27/1973 in West Frankfort, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-04-29 | Final Game: 1934-07-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Henry Bennett Tate
Biography
Bennie Tate was a professional baseball player born in 1901, who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1924 until his retirement in 1934. A versatile position player, Tate appeared in 566 games over the course of his career, showcasing a solid batting average of .279. He accumulated 435 hits, including 4 home runs, while driving in 173 runs. Known for his strategic approach at the plate, Tate also contributed on the bases, finishing his career with 5 stolen bases.
Tate played during an era that was marked by significant changes in the game, as the 1920s and early 1930s saw the advent of powerful hitters and a shift towards a more offensive style of play. Although he was not a home run hitter, his consistent hitting and ability to get on base made him a valuable player for his teams. Tate's contributions on the field were emblematic of the hardworking spirit of early 20th-century baseball, and he remains a notable figure from that transformative period in the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 566 | 1560 | 144 | 435 | 68 | 16 | 4 | 173 | 5 | 118 | 51 | 0.279 | 0.330 | 0.351 | 0.681 | -2315.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | WSN | AL | 21 | 43 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.302 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | WSN | AL | 16 | 27 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.481 | 0.0 |
| 1926 | WSN | AL | 59 | 142 | 17 | 38 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 0.268 | -139.4 |
| 1927 | WSN | AL | 61 | 131 | 12 | 41 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0.313 | 34.4 |
| 1928 | WSN | AL | 57 | 122 | 10 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 0.246 | -414.4 |
| 1929 | WSN | AL | 81 | 265 | 26 | 78 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 0.294 | -496.2 |
| 1930 | CHW | AL | 72 | 230 | 26 | 73 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 0.317 | -191.2 |
| 1930 | WSN | AL | 14 | 20 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | -191.2 |
| 1931 | CHW | AL | 89 | 273 | 27 | 73 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 26 | 10 | 0.267 | -431.4 |
| 1932 | BOS | AL | 81 | 273 | 21 | 67 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 20 | 6 | 0.245 | -676.6 |
| 1932 | CHW | AL | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.100 | -676.6 |
| 1934 | CHC | NL | 11 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | WS | WS1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 468 | 0 | 1534 | 306 | 50 | 43 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | WS1 | C | 14 | 0 | 33 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| 1925 | WS1 | C | 14 | 0 | 36 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 1926 | WS1 | C | 45 | 0 | 109 | 35 | 6 | 3 |
| 1927 | WS1 | C | 39 | 0 | 148 | 24 | 4 | 4 |
| 1928 | WS1 | C | 30 | 0 | 111 | 21 | 2 | 1 |
| 1929 | WS1 | C | 74 | 0 | 291 | 49 | 10 | 10 |
| 1930 | CHA | C | 70 | 0 | 219 | 40 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | WS1 | C | 9 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1931 | CHA | C | 85 | 0 | 310 | 69 | 5 | 11 |
| 1932 | BOS | C | 76 | 0 | 244 | 50 | 8 | 7 |
| 1932 | CHA | C | 4 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | CHN | C | 8 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 469 |