Joe Walsh
Born: 11/5/1864 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 8/8/1911 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1891-09-03 | Final Game: 1891-10-06
Height: 5'6" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Joseph R. Walsh
Biography
Joe Walsh, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief but notable period from 1891 to October 6, 1891. As a position player, Walsh made an impact in the early days of Major League Baseball, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to more modern styles of play. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 26 games, where he notched 21 hits, including one home run, and drove in 10 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively.
Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .21, Walsh demonstrated speed on the bases, accumulating four stolen bases. His playing style reflected the era's emphasis on aggressive base running and contact hitting, which were critical in a league still defining its identity. While his time in the major leagues was limited, Joe Walsh remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, representing the pioneering spirit of the sport during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 100 | 14 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 0.210 | 0.255 | 0.260 | 0.515 | -392.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | BL3 | AA | 26 | 100 | 14 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 0.210 | -392.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 13 | 0 | 35 | 50 | 9 | 7 |
| SS | 13 | 0 | 30 | 34 | 10 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | BL3 | 2B | 13 | 0 | 35 | 50 | 9 | 7 |
| 1891 | BL3 | SS | 13 | 0 | 30 | 34 | 10 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 13 |