Eddie Onslow

Born: 2/17/1893 in Meadville, PA, USA

Died: 5/8/1981 in Dennison, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-08-07 | Final Game: 1927-09-14

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Edward Joseph Onslow

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Biography

Eddie Onslow, born in 1893, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1912 to 1927. Primarily serving as a position player, Onslow played in a total of 64 games throughout his career. He recorded 48 hits, which included one home run, and drove in 22 runs, showcasing his capabilities as a reliable contributor to his teams. With a batting average of .232 and four stolen bases, Onslow's playing style reflected the transitional period of early 20th-century baseball, where speed and contact were often valued over power. Onslow's career unfolded during a time when the game was evolving, moving away from the deadball era towards a more dynamic offensive approach. While not among the most prominent players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for, including the Cleveland Indians and the Philadelphia Athletics, were significant in the context of the development of Major League Baseball in the post-World War I era. His journey through the league exemplified the experiences of many players of his generation, navigating the challenges and opportunities presented in the rapidly changing landscape of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
64	207	19	48	3	2	1	22	4	9	31	0.232	0.271	0.280	0.551	-573.9

Career AVG .232 vs. league average .268 across their career seasons — 13.6% below league average.

Career OBP .271 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 18.7% below league average.

Career SLG .280 vs. league average .360 across their career seasons — 22.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.551 vs. league average 0.693 across their career seasons — 20.5% 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
1912	DET	AL	36	128	11	29	1	2	1	13	3	3	21	0.227	.268 (-16%)	.335 (-26%)	.358 (-19%)	.694 (-22%)	-505.4
1913	DET	AL	17	55	7	14	1	0	0	8	1	5	9	0.255	.259 (-2%)	.325 (+1%)	.345 (-21%)	.670 (-10%)	-68.5
1918	CLE	AL	2	6	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1927	WSN	AL	9	18	1	4	1	0	0	1	0	1	0	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0