Gene Bailey

Born: 11/25/1893 in Pearsall, TX, USA

Died: 11/14/1973 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1917-09-10 | Final Game: 1924-06-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Arthur Eugene Bailey

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Biography

Gene Bailey was a professional baseball player born in 1893, who played in the Major Leagues from 1917 to 1924. Primarily serving as a position player, Bailey's career spanned an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. Over his career, he appeared in 213 games, accumulating 156 hits and finishing with a batting average of .246. His contributions to his teams included 52 runs batted in and 13 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the bases. Known for his versatility and tenacity, Bailey played during a time when the sport was becoming increasingly popular and competitive. He recorded 2 home runs, highlighting his capability as a power hitter in an era where home runs were becoming more celebrated. Although not a superstar, Bailey's consistent presence on the field and solid performance made him a respected figure among his contemporaries, and his legacy remains a part of baseball's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
213	634	95	156	16	7	2	52	13	63	61	0.246	0.321	0.303	0.624	-1088.8

Career AVG .246 vs. league average .272 across their career seasons — 9.4% below league average.

Career OBP .321 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .303 vs. league average .366 across their career seasons — 17.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.624 vs. league average 0.699 across their career seasons — 10.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1917	PHA	AL	5	12	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0.083	—	—	—	—	0.0
1919	BSN	NL	4	6	0	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	2	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0
1920	BSN	NL	13	24	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	3	3	0.083	—	—	—	—	0.0
1920	BOS	AL	46	135	14	31	2	0	0	5	2	9	15	0.230	.271 (-16%)	.331 (-15%)	.363 (-33%)	.694 (-24%)	0.0
1923	BRO	NL	127	411	71	109	11	7	1	42	9	43	34	0.265	.282 (-6%)	.344 (avg)	.390 (-15%)	.734 (-8%)	-549.6
1924	BRO	NL	18	46	7	11	3	0	1	4	1	7	6	0.239	—	—	—	—	-17.7