Doug Neff, baseball player, 1914-1915

Doug Neff

Born: 10/8/1891 in Harrisonburg, VA, USA

Died: 5/23/1932 in Cape Charles, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1914-06-26 | Final Game: 1915-10-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 141 lbs

Full name: Douglas Williams Neff

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Biography

Doug Neff was a professional baseball player born in 1891, who played in Major League Baseball primarily as a position player from 1914 to 1915. His career, though brief, unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving in the wake of the deadball era and moving towards a more power-focused game. Neff appeared in a total of 33 games, where he recorded 10 hits and finished with a batting average of .161. Throughout his time in the league, he managed to drive in 4 RBIs and stole 1 base, showcasing his ability to contribute in small but meaningful ways on the field. Despite not being known for power, as evidenced by his lack of home runs, Neff's perseverance in the game during a challenging time for many players speaks to his dedication to baseball. His career statistics reflect the realities faced by many players during this era, where skills such as speed and contact hitting were often prioritized over power. Neff's time in Major League Baseball may not have been extensive, but it remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history, illustrating the diversity of experiences among players in the early 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
33 62 1 10 1 0 0 4 1 4 6 0.161 0.212 0.177 0.390 -354.1

Career AVG .161 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 36.2% below league average.

Career OBP .212 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 33.8% below league average.

Career SLG .177 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 47.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.390 vs. league average 0.656 across their career seasons — 40.6% 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 WSN AL 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1915 WSN AL 30 60 1 10 1 0 0 4 1 4 6 0.167 .250 (-33%) .318 (-31%) .332 (-45%) .651 (-38%) -354.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 10 0 9 19 8 0
3B 12 0 11 15 4 1
SS 10 0 6 12 2 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1914 WS1 SS 3 0 3 5 1 0
1915 WS1 2B 10 0 9 19 8 0
1915 WS1 3B 12 0 11 15 4 1
1915 WS1 SS 7 0 3 7 1 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 10
Third Base 12
Shortstop 11

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Virginia Charlottesville VA 1911, 1912, 1913, 1914