Fred Cone

Born: 1848 in Rockford, IL, USA

Died: 4/13/1909 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1871-05-05 | Final Game: 1871-09-09

Height: 5'9" | Weight: 171 lbs

Full name: Joseph Frederick Cone

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Biography

Fred Cone, born in 1848, was a pioneering position player in the early days of professional baseball. His career spanned a brief but notable period from May 5, 1871, to September 9, 1871, during a time when the game was still evolving in its structure and play style. Cone appeared in 19 games, showcasing his skills with a batting average of .26. He recorded 20 hits and drove in 16 runs, demonstrating his ability to contribute offensively despite the challenges of the era. Known for his agility on the field, Cone also excelled in base running, amassing 12 stolen bases during his short career. While he did not hit any home runs, his performance reflected the aggressive style of play characteristic of the early professional leagues. The 1870s marked a transformative period in baseball as it transitioned from amateur to professional status, and players like Fred Cone played a critical role in laying the groundwork for the game's future. His contributions, although sometimes overlooked in the annals of baseball history, represent the tenacity and spirit of a burgeoning sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
19 77 17 20 3 1 0 16 12 8 2 0.260 0.329 0.325 0.654 -36.5

Career AVG .260 vs. league average .287 across their career seasons — 9.4% below league average.

Career OBP .329 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — +5.7% above league average.

Career SLG .325 vs. league average .384 across their career seasons — 15.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.654 vs. league average 0.695 across their career seasons — 5.9% 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
1871 BS1 19 77 17 20 3 1 0 16 12 8 2 0.260 .286 (-9%) .311 (+6%) .383 (-15%) .695 (-6%) -36.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 18 18 39 2 7 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1871 BS1 OF 18 18 39 2 7 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 18
Right Field 1