Mike Lawlor

Born: 3/11/1854 in Troy, NY, USA

Died: 8/3/1918 in Troy, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1880-05-27 | Final Game: 1884-07-23

Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Michael H. Lawlor

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Biography

Mike Lawlor, born in 1854, was a position player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1880 to 1884. He played a total of six games during his tenure, primarily known for his time with the National League. Lawlor recorded one hit, culminating in a batting average of .062, and did not notch any home runs or RBIs. His career unfolded in the early years of professional baseball, a time characterized by the game's evolution from its amateur roots to a more structured and competitive format. Although Lawlor's playing statistics may not reflect a significant impact on the field, his presence in the early leagues contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His experience as a player during this formative era illustrates the challenges and dynamics faced by athletes at the time. Lawlor's journey through the nascent stages of Major League Baseball offers a glimpse into the game's development and the diverse array of players who contributed to its growth.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	16	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0.062	0.118	0.062	0.180	0.0

Career AVG .062 vs. league average .244 across their career seasons — 74.3% below league average.

Career OBP .118 vs. league average .277 across their career seasons — 57.5% below league average.

Career SLG .062 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 80.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.180 vs. league average 0.603 across their career seasons — 70.1% 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
1880	TRN	NL	4	9	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0.111	—	—	—	—	0.0
1884	WSU	UA	2	7	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
C	6	0	33	13	4	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1880	TRN	C	4	0	18	8	4	0
1884	WSU	C	2	0	15	5	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	6