Fred Curtis

Born: 10/30/1880 in Beaver Lake, MI, USA

Died: 4/5/1939 in Minneapolis, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1905-07-24 | Final Game: 1905-07-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1"

Full name: Frederick Marion Curtis

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Biography

Fred Curtis was a professional baseball player born in 1880, who played in the early 20th century, a period characterized by the evolving nature of baseball as it transitioned from the deadball era into a more offense-driven game. His career spanned just two games in the major leagues, from July 24 to July 25, 1905, where he showcased his talents as a position player. Despite the brevity of his time in the league, Curtis made a notable impact during his appearances, finishing with 2 hits in 9 at-bats, which resulted in a batting average of .222. He also recorded 2 runs batted in (RBIs) and demonstrated his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base. While Curtis's major league career was short-lived, he represents a fascinating glimpse into the early days of professional baseball, a time when the sport was still defining its identity and attracting crowds with its burgeoning popularity. His contributions, albeit limited in scope, reflect the spirit of determination found in many players of his era who aspired to leave their mark in the annals of the game. Curtis's legacy, though modest, is a reminder of the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	9	0	2	1	0	0	2	1	1	0	0.222	0.300	0.333	0.633	0.0

Career AVG .222 vs. league average .248 across their career seasons — 10.4% below league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .307 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.633 vs. league average 0.630 across their career seasons — near 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
1905	NYY	AL	2	9	0	2	1	0	0	2	1	1	0	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	2	2	17	1	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1905	NYA	1B	2	2	17	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	2