Dan O'Connor, baseball player, 1890-1890

Dan O'Connor

Born: 8/11/1868 in Guelph, ON, CAN

Died: 3/3/1942 in Guelph, ON, CAN

MLB Debut: 1890-06-03 | Final Game: 1890-07-19

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Daniel Cornelius O'Connor

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Biography

Dan O'Connor, born in 1868, made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief but noteworthy career that spanned from 1890 to 1906. Primarily recognized as a position player, O'Connor played a total of 6 games, during which he showcased an impressive hitting ability with a batting average of .462. He recorded 12 hits and drove in 5 runs, illustrating his effectiveness at the plate. Despite the limited number of games, O'Connor's performance included 5 stolen bases, highlighting his speed and base-running acumen, traits that were especially valuable during the early days of professional baseball. Playing in an era characterized by its transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive style, O'Connor's contributions, though not extensive in terms of longevity, reflected the skills that would become increasingly important in the game. His brief career left an indelible mark, as he displayed a level of efficiency and ability that resonated with the evolving strategies of the time. O'Connor's story serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if their careers were not as lengthy or celebrated as others.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 26 3 12 1 1 0 5 5 1 0 0.462 0.481 0.577 1.058 0.0

Career AVG .462 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — +77.3% above league average.

Career OBP .481 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — +43.0% above league average.

Career SLG .577 vs. league average .351 across their career seasons — +64.3% above league average.

Career OPS 1.058 vs. league average 0.688 across their career seasons — +53.9% 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
1890 LS2 AA 6 26 3 12 1 1 0 5 5 1 0 0.462 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 6 0 58 0 0 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1890 LS2 1B 6 0 58 0 0 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 6