John Peltz

Born: 4/23/1861 in New Orleans, LA, USA

Died: 2/27/1906 in New Orleans, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 1884-05-01 | Final Game: 1890-10-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 175 lbs

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Biography

John Peltz, born in 1861, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the late 19th century, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the burgeoning popularity of baseball as America's pastime. Peltz's career spanned from 1884 to 1890, during which he played a total of 230 games primarily as a position player. He accumulated 195 hits, with a batting average of .224, and contributed to his teams with 4 home runs and 48 runs batted in. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also recorded 18 stolen bases throughout his career, showcasing his agility and strategic acumen in the game. Although Peltz's statistics may not place him among the most celebrated players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for and the sport itself during a formative period in baseball history are noteworthy. He navigated a competitive landscape that laid the groundwork for future generations of players, contributing to the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball's early years. Peltz's dedication to the game and his role in its development exemplify the spirit of the sport during a time of significant change and growth.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
230	871	106	195	25	26	4	48	18	45	0	0.224	0.266	0.326	0.592	-1636.8

Career AVG .224 vs. league average .249 across their career seasons — 9.9% below league average.

Career OBP .266 vs. league average .305 across their career seasons — 12.7% below league average.

Career SLG .326 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.592 vs. league average 0.639 across their career seasons — 7.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1884	IN2	AA	106	393	40	86	13	17	3	0	0	7	0.219	.243 (-10%)	.278 (-15%)	.327 (+10%)	.606 (-1%)	-305.6
1888	BL2	AA	1	4	1	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1890	BR4	AA	98	384	55	87	9	6	1	33	10	32	0.227	.260 (-13%)	.336 (-14%)	.351 (-18%)	.687 (-16%)	-1180.6
1890	SR2	AA	5	17	2	3	1	1	0	2	0	3	0.176	—	—	—	—	-1180.6
1890	TL2	AA	20	73	8	18	2	2	0	13	7	3	0.247	.260 (-5%)	.336 (-15%)	.351 (-6%)	.687 (-11%)	-1180.6