Pat Burke

Born: 5/13/1901 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 7/7/1965 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1924-09-23 | Final Game: 1924-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Patrick Edward Burke

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Biography

Pat Burke was a professional baseball player born in 1901, whose career, albeit brief, marked a notable moment in the sport's history. He played in the major leagues for a single game on September 23, 1924, which has often been regarded as a rarity in the annals of baseball. As a position player, Burke's contributions during that game included one run batted in, although he did not record any hits, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. His lone appearance on the field encapsulated the experience of many players who aspired to leave their mark in an era dominated by fierce competition. Burke's time in the league occurred during the early 1920s, a period characterized by the emergence of powerful hitters and the gradual transition away from the deadball era. While his career did not flourish beyond that single game, it reflects the stories of countless players who sought to make their dreams a reality within the evolving landscape of professional baseball. Despite limited statistical impact, Burke's legacy serves as a reminder of the perseverance and ambition found in the sport, resonating with fans and historians alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .390 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1924	SLA	AL	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
3B	1	0	0	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1924	SLA	3B	1	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Third Base	1