Luther Harvel, baseball player, 1928-1928

Luther Harvel

Born: 9/30/1905 in Cambria, IL, USA

Died: 4/10/1986 in Kansas City, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1928-07-31 | Final Game: 1928-09-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Luther Raymond Harvel

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Biography

Luther Harvel, born in 1905, was a professional baseball player who contributed to the game during the late 1920s. His career spanned from July 31, 1928, to September 25, 1928, during which he played a total of 40 games as a position player. Harvel recorded 30 hits, resulting in a batting average of .221. Despite not hitting any home runs, he managed to drive in 12 runs and stole one base, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively in various ways. Playing in an era that was transitioning from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play, Harvel's achievements, while modest in statistical terms, were part of the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball. His time in the league may have been brief, but it reflects the experience of many players during that period who laid the groundwork for future generations of athletes. Harvel's legacy, though not widely celebrated, remains a testament to the perseverance and spirit of those who competed in the game during the late 1920s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
40 136 12 30 6 1 0 12 1 4 17 0.221 0.264 0.279 0.543 -633.8

Career AVG .221 vs. league average .281 across their career seasons — 21.5% below league average.

Career OBP .264 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 22.9% below league average.

Career SLG .279 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 29.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.543 vs. league average 0.738 across their career seasons — 26.4% 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
1928 CLE AL 40 136 12 30 6 1 0 12 1 4 17 0.221 .280 (-21%) .342 (-23%) .395 (-29%) .737 (-26%) -633.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 39 0 86 6 5 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1928 CLE OF 39 0 86 6 5 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Center Field 39