Fred Zahner
Born: 6/5/1870 in Louisville, KY, USA
Died: 7/24/1900 in Louisville, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1894-07-23 | Final Game: 1895-08-05
Full name: Frederick Joseph Zahner
Biography
Fred Zahner was a professional baseball player born in 1870, whose career spanned from 1894 to 1895. Primarily serving as a position player, Zahner made a modest yet notable impact during his brief time in Major League Baseball. He participated in 35 games and recorded 21 hits, contributing 10 runs batted in with a batting average of .214. Although he did not hit any home runs, Zahner showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases, reflecting the more aggressive style of play that characterized the game's early years.
Zahner's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving from the late 19th century's deadball era into a more dynamic and competitive environment. While his tenure in the majors was brief, Zahner's involvement in the game during this formative time contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, exemplifying the spirit of perseverance and the love of the game that many players of his era embodied.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 98 | 14 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 10 | 0.214 | 0.287 | 0.265 | 0.552 | -523.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 | LS3 | NL | 14 | 49 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0.204 | -357.9 |
| 1895 | LS3 | NL | 21 | 49 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0.224 | -165.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| C | 31 | 0 | 51 | 19 | 17 | 0 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 | LS3 | C | 10 | 0 | 23 | 5 | 8 | 0 |
| 1894 | LS3 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1894 | LS3 | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| 1894 | LS3 | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1895 | LS3 | C | 21 | 0 | 28 | 14 | 9 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 31 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Right Field | 2 |