Heinie Scheer

Born: 7/31/1900 in New York, NY, USA

Died: 3/21/1976 in New Haven, CT, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-04-20 | Final Game: 1923-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 146 lbs

Full name: Henry William Scheer

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Biography

Heinie Scheer was an American professional baseball player born in 1900, whose career spanned from 1922 to 1923. Primarily serving as a position player, Scheer made his mark during a time when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded approach that would characterize the following decade. Throughout his career, he played in 120 games, accumulating 73 hits and hitting 6 home runs, while also driving in 33 runs. His batting average settled at .212, reflecting the challenges many players faced during this competitive period in Major League Baseball. Scheer's contributions on the field extended beyond mere statistics; he was a part of teams navigating a rapidly changing landscape in the sport. Known for his versatility, he managed to steal 4 bases, showcasing a blend of speed and agility that was valued by teams during his playing days. Although his career was relatively short, Scheer's presence in the early 1920s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, as players adapted to the evolving game and helped pave the way for future generations.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
4.0	4.0	0	3.0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.750	0.750	0.750	1.500

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Season	PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
1929	4.0	4.0	0	3.0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.750	0.750	0.750	1.500

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
120	345	36	73	11	1	6	33	4	20	66	0.212	0.259	0.301	0.560	-1541.5

Career AVG .212 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 25.5% below league average.

Career OBP .259 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 25.0% below league average.

Career SLG .301 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 23.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.560 vs. league average 0.739 across their career seasons — 24.2% 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
1922	PHA	AL	51	135	10	23	3	0	4	12	1	3	25	0.170	.285 (-40%)	.345 (-46%)	.397 (-29%)	.743 (-37%)	-925.1
1923	PHA	AL	69	210	26	50	8	1	2	21	3	17	41	0.238	.282 (-16%)	.344 (-13%)	.390 (-19%)	.734 (-16%)	-616.4