Vern Duncan

Born: 1/6/1890 in Clayton, NC, USA

Died: 6/1/1954 in Daytona Beach, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-09-11 | Final Game: 1915-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Vernon Van Duke Duncan

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Biography

Vern Duncan was a professional baseball player born in 1890, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, specifically from 1913 to 1915. As a position player, Duncan showcased his skills primarily as an outfielder, contributing to his teams over the course of 311 games. He demonstrated a consistent hitting ability, finishing his career with a batting average of .279 and accumulating 307 hits. His offensive contributions included 4 home runs and 97 RBIs, highlighting his role as a reliable run producer during a time when the game was evolving from the deadball era into a more offense-oriented approach. Duncan was also a notable base runner, successfully stealing 32 bases throughout his career, which reflected his speed and agility on the field. His playing style emphasized a combination of contact hitting and base running prowess, making him a valuable asset to his teams during his brief but impactful career. Although he played in an era that was transitioning in the dynamics of baseball, Duncan's contributions remain a significant part of the game's rich history. He concluded his major league tenure on October 3, 1915, leaving behind a legacy as a solid player of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
311	1100	170	307	39	12	4	97	32	121	98	0.279	0.357	0.347	0.705	1818.6

Career AVG .279 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — +9.6% above league average.

Career OBP .357 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — +11.1% above league average.

Career SLG .347 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.705 vs. league average 0.660 across their career seasons — +6.8% above 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
1913	PHI	NL	8	12	3	5	1	0	0	1	0	0	3	0.417	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	BLF	FL	157	557	99	160	20	8	2	53	13	67	55	0.287	.255 (+13%)	.322 (+16%)	.339 (+7%)	.661 (+11%)	1499.7
1915	BLF	FL	146	531	68	142	18	4	2	43	19	54	40	0.267	.250 (+7%)	.318 (+6%)	.332 (-1%)	.651 (+2%)	318.9