Luke Stuart, baseball player, 1921-1921

Luke Stuart

Born: 5/23/1892 in Alamance County, NC, USA

Died: 6/15/1947 in Winston-Salem, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1921-07-28 | Final Game: 1921-08-09

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Luther Lane Stuart

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Biography

Luke Stuart, born in 1892, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from July 28 to August 9, 1921. Playing primarily as a position player, Stuart made a notable impact in his short stint in Major League Baseball, participating in just three games. Despite the limited opportunities, he managed to leave a mark with a solid batting average of .333, which included one home run and two runs batted in (RBIs), highlighting his potential as a power hitter during an era that valued offensive prowess. Stuart's career unfolded in the early 1920s, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence following the deadball era. While his time in the spotlight was fleeting, his impressive performance during those few games showcased his abilities and contributed to the excitement of the game during a transformative period in baseball history. Although his time in the major leagues was short-lived, Luke Stuart remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball, representing the aspirations of many players who sought to make their mark in the competitive landscape of professional sports.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
3 3 2 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 1 0.333 0.333 1.333 1.667 0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .286 across their career seasons — +16.5% above league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — +237.4% above league average.

Career OPS 1.667 vs. league average 0.740 across their career seasons — +125.3% 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
1921 SLA AL 3 3 2 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 1 0.333 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 3 0 1 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1921 SLA 2B 3 0 1 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Guilford College Greensboro NC 1913, 1914