Harry Eccles

Born: 7/9/1893 in Kennedy, NY, USA

Died: 6/2/1955 in Jamestown, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-09-13 | Final Game: 1915-09-27

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Harry Josiah Eccles

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Biography

Harry Eccles was a professional baseball player born in 1893, who played in the major leagues for a brief stint during the 1915 season. Primarily a position player, Eccles made his mark in the sport during a time when baseball was evolving, shifting from the deadball era towards a more offensive approach. His career, although short-lived, included appearances in five games, where he recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of .167. Despite not achieving significant power numbers, with no home runs or RBIs to his name, Eccles' involvement in the game places him among the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. Eccles' career spanned from September 13 to September 27 in 1915, marking him as a player who briefly touched the major league landscape. His presence on the field, though limited, reflects the competitive nature of the sport during that era, where many players battled for recognition and opportunity. While statistical achievements may not capture the full essence of his contributions to the game, Eccles remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who pursued their dreams in America’s pastime.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	1	5	1	0	0	1	21.0	18	11	2	6	13	4.71	0

Career ERA 4.71 vs. league average 2.90 across their career seasons — 62.8% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1915	PHA	AL	0	1	5	1	0	0	1	21.0	18	11	6	13	4.71	2.90 (-63%)	-199.4

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
5	6	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.167	0.167	0.167	0.333	0.0

Career AVG .167 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 33.5% below league average.

Career OBP .167 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 47.7% below league average.

Career SLG .167 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 49.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.333 vs. league average 0.651 across their career seasons — 48.8% 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
1915	PHA	AL	5	6	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	5	0	1	3	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1915	PHA	P	5	0	1	3	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	5