Ed Kippert

Born: 1/23/1879 in Stetten, Bavaria, Germany

Died: 5/28/1959 in Detroit, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1914-04-14 | Final Game: 1914-04-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Edward August Kippert

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Biography

Ed Kippert, born in 1879, was a professional baseball player whose brief career spanned from April 14 to April 19, 1914. Primarily serving as a position player, Kippert's time in Major League Baseball was limited to just two games, during which he faced significant challenges at the plate, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite not recording any hits, home runs, or RBIs, Kippert's participation in the game during this era added to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. Kippert's career took place during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game. While he may not have left a significant statistical legacy, his journey reflects the experiences of many players of the time who aspired to make their mark in a rapidly evolving sport. His short stint in the league serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who contributed to the foundation of baseball, paving the way for future generations.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .339 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.661 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1914	CIN	NL	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	2	0	1	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1914	CIN	OF	2	0	1	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	1
Center Field	1