Otto Vogel
Born: 10/26/1899 in Mendota, IL, USA
Died: 7/19/1969 in Iowa City, IA, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-06-05 | Final Game: 1924-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Otto Henry Vogel
Biography
Otto Vogel was a professional baseball player born in 1899, who played primarily as a position player in the early 1920s. His career spanned from 1923 to September 29, 1924, during a time when Major League Baseball was transitioning from the deadball era into a period characterized by higher scoring and the emergence of power hitters. Vogel participated in a total of 111 games, where he showcased his skills as an adaptable player.
Throughout his career, Vogel compiled a batting average of .249, achieving 63 hits, including 2 home runs and 30 RBIs. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by his speed on the bases, as he recorded 6 stolen bases. While not regarded as one of the era's marquee players, Vogel's versatility and performance provided valuable depth to his teams, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 253 | 38 | 63 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 17 | 37 | 0.249 | 0.312 | 0.340 | 0.652 | -550.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHC | NL | 41 | 81 | 10 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 0.210 | -308.9 |
| 1924 | CHC | NL | 70 | 172 | 28 | 46 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 24 | 4 | 10 | 26 | 0.267 | -241.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 77 | 0 | 137 | 10 | 8 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | CHN | OF | 24 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1924 | CHN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1924 | CHN | OF | 53 | 0 | 101 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 17 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 59 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1921, 1922, 1923 |