Evar Swanson

Born: 10/15/1902 in DeKalb, IL, USA

Died: 7/17/1973 in Galesburg, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1929-04-18 | Final Game: 1934-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Ernest Evar Swanson

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Biography

Evar Swanson was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the early 1930s, known for his remarkable batting skills and versatility on the field. Born in 1902, he played professionally from 1929 until his retirement in 1934. Over the course of his career, Swanson appeared in 518 games, where he showcased his offensive prowess by compiling 573 hits and maintaining an impressive batting average of .303. His offensive contributions included 7 home runs and 170 RBIs, along with 69 stolen bases, reflecting his ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the bases. Swanson's playing style was characterized by a combination of solid contact hitting and speed, making him a valuable asset to his teams. He performed during an era marked by a transition in baseball from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game, and his success at the plate positioned him as a notable player of his time. His career achievements not only highlight his individual talent but also contribute to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the early 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
518	1892	325	573	87	28	7	170	69	212	133	0.303	0.376	0.390	0.766	1776.2

Career AVG .303 vs. league average .282 across their career seasons — +7.5% above league average.

Career OBP .376 vs. league average .343 across their career seasons — +9.6% above league average.

Career SLG .390 vs. league average .402 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.766 vs. league average 0.746 across their career seasons — near 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
1929	CIN	NL	148	574	100	172	35	12	4	43	33	41	47	0.300	.289 (+4%)	.353 (avg)	.415 (+2%)	.769 (+1%)	30.2
1930	CIN	NL	95	301	43	93	15	3	2	22	4	11	17	0.309	.293 (+5%)	.354 (-5%)	.429 (-7%)	.784 (-6%)	-413.8
1932	CHW	AL	14	52	9	16	3	1	0	8	3	8	3	0.308	.275 (+12%)	.335 (+19%)	.391 (+3%)	.726 (+11%)	114.4
1933	CHW	AL	144	539	102	165	25	7	1	63	19	93	35	0.306	.270 (+13%)	.329 (+25%)	.377 (+2%)	.707 (+12%)	1848.2
1934	CHW	AL	117	426	71	127	9	5	0	34	10	59	31	0.298	.278 (+7%)	.340 (+13%)	.392 (-13%)	.733 (-1%)	197.2