Pete McClanahan, baseball player, 1931-1931

Pete McClanahan

Born: 10/24/1906 in Coldspring, TX, USA

Died: 10/28/1987 in Mont Belvieu, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1931-04-24 | Final Game: 1931-05-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Robert Hugh McClanahan

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Biography

Pete McClanahan was a professional baseball player born in 1906, who played in the Major Leagues for a brief but notable period from April 24 to May 28, 1931. A position player, McClanahan's career was relatively short, as he participated in only 7 games during his time in the league. He finished his career with 2 hits, achieving a batting average of 0.5, which showcased his potential despite limited opportunities on the field. Although McClanahan did not record any home runs or RBIs, his presence in the game during the early 1930s offered a glimpse into the evolving landscape of baseball during this era, which was characterized by the transition from the lively ball era to a more strategic style of play. His career, while modest in terms of statistics, reflects the challenges faced by many players of his time who sought to make an impact in a highly competitive environment. McClanahan remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to leave their mark on the game, even in the face of limited playing time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
7 4 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.500 0.667 0.500 1.167 0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .276 across their career seasons — +81.0% above league average.

Career OBP .667 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — +97.1% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — +28.7% above league average.

Career OPS 1.167 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — +60.6% 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
1931 PIT NL 7 4 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.500 — — — — 0.0

Career Games by Position

Position Games