John Titus
Born: 2/21/1876 in St. Clair, PA, USA
Died: 1/8/1943 in St. Clair, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-06-08 | Final Game: 1913-08-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 156 lbs
Full name: John Franklin Titus
Biography
John Titus was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, with a career spanning from 1903 to 1913. Born in 1876, Titus made a significant impact on the game over his 11-year career, playing in 1,402 games and achieving 1,401 hits. He showcased his offensive prowess with a batting average of .282, complemented by 38 home runs and 561 RBIs. Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 140 stolen bases, reflecting the aggressive style of play that characterized the era.
Titus played during a transformative time in baseball, navigating the sport's evolution from the deadball era into a period where hitting strategies began to shift. His ability to consistently get on base and drive in runs made him a valuable player for the teams he represented. Throughout his career, he earned a reputation for his skillful hitting and base-running, solidifying his place in the annals of baseball history as a key contributor to the game during his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1402 | 4960 | 738 | 1401 | 253 | 72 | 38 | 561 | 140 | 620 | 389 | 0.282 | 0.373 | 0.385 | 0.758 | 19116.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | PHI | NL | 72 | 280 | 38 | 80 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 34 | 5 | 19 | 30 | 0.286 | 542.2 |
| 1904 | PHI | NL | 146 | 504 | 60 | 148 | 25 | 5 | 4 | 55 | 15 | 46 | 38 | 0.294 | 2004.0 |
| 1905 | PHI | NL | 147 | 548 | 99 | 169 | 36 | 14 | 2 | 89 | 11 | 69 | 44 | 0.308 | 3474.1 |
| 1906 | PHI | NL | 145 | 484 | 67 | 129 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 57 | 12 | 78 | 39 | 0.267 | 1827.1 |
| 1907 | PHI | NL | 145 | 523 | 72 | 144 | 23 | 12 | 3 | 63 | 9 | 47 | 34 | 0.275 | 1741.0 |
| 1908 | PHI | NL | 149 | 539 | 75 | 154 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 48 | 27 | 53 | 45 | 0.286 | 2189.6 |
| 1909 | PHI | NL | 151 | 540 | 69 | 146 | 22 | 6 | 3 | 46 | 23 | 66 | 43 | 0.270 | 1901.0 |
| 1910 | PHI | NL | 143 | 535 | 91 | 129 | 26 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 20 | 93 | 44 | 0.241 | 985.4 |
| 1911 | PHI | NL | 76 | 236 | 35 | 67 | 14 | 1 | 8 | 26 | 3 | 32 | 16 | 0.284 | 830.4 |
| 1912 | BSN | NL | 96 | 345 | 56 | 112 | 23 | 6 | 2 | 48 | 5 | 49 | 20 | 0.325 | 1773.4 |
| 1912 | PHI | NL | 45 | 157 | 43 | 43 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 22 | 6 | 33 | 14 | 0.274 | 1773.4 |
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 87 | 269 | 33 | 80 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 38 | 4 | 35 | 22 | 0.297 | 1151.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1356 | 1010 | 2139 | 201 | 101 | 40 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | PHI | OF | 72 | 0 | 126 | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| 1904 | PHI | OF | 140 | 140 | 258 | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| 1905 | PHI | OF | 147 | 147 | 255 | 24 | 11 | 4 |
| 1906 | PHI | OF | 142 | 141 | 236 | 23 | 7 | 5 |
| 1907 | PHI | OF | 142 | 142 | 198 | 21 | 17 | 3 |
| 1908 | PHI | OF | 149 | 149 | 215 | 22 | 9 | 3 |
| 1909 | PHI | OF | 149 | 149 | 241 | 23 | 8 | 6 |
| 1910 | PHI | OF | 142 | 142 | 226 | 22 | 6 | 4 |
| 1911 | PHI | OF | 60 | 0 | 85 | 10 | 2 | 3 |
| 1912 | BSN | OF | 96 | 0 | 152 | 12 | 6 | 1 |
| 1912 | PHI | OF | 42 | 0 | 53 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 1913 | BSN | OF | 75 | 0 | 94 | 8 | 9 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 143 |
| Center Field | 12 |
| Right Field | 1205 |