George Textor
Born: 12/27/1886 in Newport, KY, USA
Died: 3/10/1954 in Massillon, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-19 | Final Game: 1915-06-23
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: George Bernhardt Textor
Biography
George Textor was a professional baseball player born in 1886, whose career spanned from 1914 to 1915. As a position player, Textor competed in 25 games in the major leagues, where he recorded 12 hits and drove in 4 runs, culminating in a batting average of .19. Although he did not hit any home runs or steal bases during his brief tenure, his contributions to the game came during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play.
Textor's playing career, though short-lived, reflected the challenges faced by athletes of his time as they navigated the complexities of both the game and the broader social landscape. While he may not have achieved the statistical milestones that define many of his contemporaries, his presence on the field during the early 20th century marked an important chapter in the history of baseball, highlighting the spirit of competition and the diverse backgrounds of players who contributed to the sport's rich tapestry.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 63 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.190 | 0.239 | 0.190 | 0.429 | -327.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | IND | FL | 22 | 57 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.175 | -327.9 |
| 1915 | NEW | FL | 3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 24 | 0 | 77 | 35 | 5 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | IND | C | 21 | 0 | 72 | 34 | 5 | 7 |
| 1915 | NEW | C | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 24 |