Rabbit Warstler
Born: 9/13/1903 in North Canton, OH, USA
Died: 5/31/1964 in North Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-07-24 | Final Game: 1940-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Harold Burton Warstler
Biography
Rabbit Warstler was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1930s and early 1940s. Born in 1903, Warstler's career spanned from July 24, 1930, to September 29, 1940. Over the course of 1,205 games, he recorded 935 hits, achieving a batting average of .229. Though he was not known for his power at the plate, as evidenced by his 11 home runs, he contributed significantly to his teams with a total of 332 RBIs and showcased his speed with 42 stolen bases.
Warstler played in an era characterized by a transition in baseball, moving away from the deadball era towards a more offensive-laden game. His playing style was marked by a focus on contact hitting and base running, making him a valuable asset in small-ball situations. Despite the challenges of competing in a league that was evolving rapidly, Warstler carved out a respectable career, demonstrating perseverance and adaptability on the field. His legacy is remembered as a testament to the gritty, fundamental style of play that defined baseball during his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1205 | 4088 | 431 | 935 | 133 | 36 | 11 | 332 | 42 | 405 | 414 | 0.229 | 0.300 | 0.287 | 0.587 | -16123.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 54 | 162 | 16 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 20 | 21 | 0.185 | -1020.3 |
| 1931 | BOS | AL | 66 | 181 | 20 | 44 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 15 | 27 | 0.243 | -516.4 |
| 1932 | BOS | AL | 115 | 388 | 26 | 82 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 34 | 9 | 22 | 43 | 0.211 | -2141.9 |
| 1933 | BOS | AL | 92 | 322 | 44 | 70 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 2 | 42 | 36 | 0.217 | -945.7 |
| 1934 | PHA | AL | 117 | 419 | 56 | 99 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 36 | 9 | 51 | 30 | 0.236 | -1205.3 |
| 1935 | PHA | AL | 138 | 496 | 62 | 124 | 20 | 7 | 3 | 59 | 8 | 56 | 53 | 0.250 | -983.1 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 74 | 304 | 27 | 64 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 22 | 33 | 0.211 | -1930.3 |
| 1936 | PHA | AL | 66 | 236 | 27 | 59 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 36 | 16 | 0.250 | -1930.3 |
| 1937 | BSN | NL | 149 | 555 | 57 | 124 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 51 | 62 | 0.223 | -2689.4 |
| 1938 | BSN | NL | 142 | 467 | 37 | 108 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40 | 3 | 48 | 38 | 0.231 | -2106.4 |
| 1939 | BSN | NL | 114 | 342 | 34 | 83 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 24 | 31 | 0.243 | -1441.5 |
| 1940 | BSN | NL | 33 | 57 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 0.211 | -208.7 |
| 1940 | CHC | NL | 45 | 159 | 19 | 36 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 1 | 8 | 19 | 0.226 | -208.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 442 | 0 | 921 | 1520 | 95 | 304 |
| 3B | 26 | 0 | 11 | 26 | 1 | 4 |
| SS | 705 | 0 | 1421 | 2267 | 225 | 429 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BOS | SS | 54 | 0 | 100 | 149 | 14 | 30 |
| 1931 | BOS | 2B | 42 | 0 | 74 | 135 | 15 | 20 |
| 1931 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | BOS | SS | 19 | 0 | 28 | 32 | 4 | 6 |
| 1932 | BOS | SS | 107 | 0 | 254 | 373 | 41 | 84 |
| 1933 | BOS | SS | 87 | 0 | 150 | 275 | 22 | 40 |
| 1934 | PHA | 2B | 107 | 0 | 228 | 392 | 20 | 87 |
| 1934 | PHA | SS | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1935 | PHA | 2B | 136 | 0 | 308 | 482 | 34 | 94 |
| 1935 | PHA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | BSN | SS | 74 | 0 | 157 | 278 | 24 | 59 |
| 1936 | PHA | 2B | 66 | 0 | 139 | 265 | 11 | 45 |
| 1937 | BSN | SS | 149 | 0 | 298 | 493 | 49 | 85 |
| 1938 | BSN | 2B | 7 | 0 | 10 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
| 1938 | BSN | SS | 135 | 0 | 285 | 428 | 48 | 76 |
| 1939 | BSN | 2B | 43 | 0 | 89 | 135 | 7 | 36 |
| 1939 | BSN | 3B | 21 | 0 | 9 | 21 | 1 | 4 |
| 1939 | BSN | SS | 49 | 0 | 96 | 145 | 12 | 35 |
| 1940 | BSN | 2B | 24 | 0 | 32 | 43 | 2 | 15 |
| 1940 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | BSN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | CHN | 2B | 17 | 0 | 41 | 51 | 5 | 7 |
| 1940 | CHN | SS | 28 | 0 | 49 | 90 | 9 | 13 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 442 |
| Third Base | 27 |
| Shortstop | 706 |