Ben Paschal

Born: 10/13/1895 in Enterprise, AL, USA

Died: 11/10/1974 in Charlotte, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-08-16 | Final Game: 1929-10-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Benjamin Edwin Paschal

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Biography

Ben Paschal, born in 1895, was a notable position player who had a significant impact on Major League Baseball during the late 1910s and the 1920s. He played his entire career from 1915 to 1929, showcasing his skills primarily in the outfield. Over the course of 364 games, Paschal compiled a commendable batting average of .309, reflecting his ability to hit effectively in an era that was transitioning from the deadball period to a more offense-driven game. His offensive contributions included 243 hits, 24 home runs, and 138 RBIs, making him a reliable presence in the lineup. Paschal was also known for his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 24 stolen bases. His blend of power and speed allowed him to be a versatile player, capable of changing the dynamics of a game. While he may not have achieved the recognition of some of his contemporaries, Paschal's consistent performance and strong hitting made him a valuable player during his time in the league. His career spanned a transformative period in baseball history, as the sport evolved towards a greater emphasis on offensive production, positioning him as a key contributor to the game’s development in the late 1920s.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
364	787	143	243	47	11	24	138	24	72	93	0.309	0.369	0.488	0.857	2209.6

Career AVG .309 vs. league average .278 across their career seasons — +11.0% above league average.

Career OBP .369 vs. league average .341 across their career seasons — +8.1% above league average.

Career SLG .488 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — +26.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.857 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — +17.9% 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
1915	CLE	AL	9	9	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.111	—	—	—	—	0.0
1920	BOS	AL	9	28	5	10	0	0	0	5	1	5	2	0.357	—	—	—	—	0.0
1924	NYY	AL	4	12	2	3	1	0	0	3	0	1	0	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1925	NYY	AL	89	247	49	89	16	5	12	56	14	22	29	0.360	.288 (+25%)	.349 (+19%)	.407 (+50%)	.756 (+36%)	1680.5
1926	NYY	AL	96	258	46	74	12	3	7	32	7	26	35	0.287	.279 (+3%)	.345 (+3%)	.390 (+12%)	.735 (+8%)	370.2
1927	NYY	AL	50	82	16	26	9	2	2	16	0	4	10	0.317	.282 (+12%)	.344 (+1%)	.392 (+40%)	.736 (+22%)	262.6
1928	NYY	AL	65	79	12	25	6	1	1	15	1	8	11	0.316	.280 (+13%)	.342 (+11%)	.395 (+15%)	.737 (+13%)	190.5
1929	NYY	AL	42	72	13	15	3	0	2	11	1	6	3	0.208	.289 (-28%)	.353 (-24%)	.415 (-20%)	.769 (-22%)	-294.2