Henry Yaik

Born: 3/1/1864 in Detroit, MI, USA

Died: 9/21/1935 in Detroit, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1888-10-03 | Final Game: 1888-10-04

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

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Biography

Henry Yaik, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player who had a brief yet notable career in the late 19th century. He played as a position player during a time when the game was rapidly evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a more lively approach to offense. Yaik's professional tenure in Major League Baseball spanned just two games, from October 3 to October 4, 1888, yet he managed to make a mark with his performance. In those two games, Yaik recorded 2 hits, which contributed to a commendable batting average of .333. He also drove in 1 run during his short stint, showcasing his ability to impact the game despite limited opportunities. While he did not hit any home runs and did not record any stolen bases, his hitting prowess in that brief period highlighted the potential that players of his era possessed as the sport began to embrace more aggressive offensive strategies. Yaik's career, although fleeting, offers a glimpse into the foundational years of professional baseball, reflecting the challenges and dynamics faced by players in that formative era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	6	0	2	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	0.333	0.429	0.333	0.762	0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .239 across their career seasons — +39.7% above league average.

Career OBP .429 vs. league average .291 across their career seasons — +47.4% above league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.762 vs. league average 0.611 across their career seasons — +24.8% 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
1888	PIT	NL	2	6	0	2	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	1	0	6	1	3	0
OF	1	0	3	2	3	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1888	PIT	C	1	0	6	1	3	0
1888	PIT	OF	1	0	3	2	3	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	1
Left Field	1