George O'Brien

Born: 11/4/1889 in Cleveland, OH, USA

Died: 3/24/1966 in Columbus, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-08-16 | Final Game: 1915-08-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: George Joseph O'Brien

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Biography

George O'Brien was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who played in the early 20th century during a time when the game was evolving rapidly. His Major League career spanned a brief period from August 16 to August 24, 1915, during which he appeared in three games. O'Brien demonstrated his potential as a position player, finishing his career with two hits and a batting average of .222. Although he did not hit any home runs or record any RBIs, his participation in the major leagues during this era reflects the competitive nature of baseball and the opportunities available to players at the time. While O'Brien's career was short-lived, it was set against the backdrop of a sport that was beginning to embrace new playing styles and strategies. The early 1910s were a transitional period in baseball, as teams began to shift away from the deadball era towards a more offensive-oriented game. O'Brien's contributions, albeit modest, are a reminder of the many players who sought to make their mark in the sport during this era, even if only for a fleeting moment. His story is part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the journey of players who aspired to excel at the highest level.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
3	9	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	0.222	0.300	0.222	0.522	0.0

Career AVG .222 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 11.3% below league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 5.8% below league average.

Career SLG .222 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 33.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.522 vs. league average 0.651 across their career seasons — 19.8% 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
1915	SLA	AL	3	9	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	3	0	11	3	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1915	SLA	C	3	0	11	3	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	3

College History

School Name	City	State	Years Attended
Mount Union College	Alliance	OH	1908, 1909