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Henry Gilroy Notable

b. January 1, 1852 · Chicago White Stockings 1874, Philadelphia Athletics 1875

Henry Gilroy divided two seasons between two clubs as a catcher: the Chicago White Stockings from 1874, then the Philadelphia Athletics through 1875.

Across 10 games he batted .205, with 9 hits and 4 runs. He finished with 1 double.

He was born in Smyrna, DE, USA on January 1, 1852, and died on October 31, 1907.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1874* CHI 83848 100 7130 .211
1875* ATH 2601 000 0000 .167
Major leagues 0000 000 0000
All seasons 104449 100 7130 .205

Seasons outside MLB's recognized major leagues appear in All seasons, but not in Major leagues or the leaderboards. For Henry Gilroy, that is 1874–1875. Why totals can differ.

On this day & linked events

1852

Born January 1, 1852

Smyrna, DE, USA

1907

Died October 31, 1907