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James Cavanagh Notable

b. January 1, 1850 · Brooklyn Eckfords 1872

James Cavanagh played 1872 for the Brooklyn Eckfords as a first baseman.

Across 5 games he batted .261, with 6 hits and 3 runs. He finished with 1 double.

He was born in Scotland on January 1, 1850, and died on October 14, 1890.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1872* ECK 52336 100 4000 .261
Major leagues 0000 000 0000
All seasons 52336 100 4000 .261

Seasons outside MLB's recognized major leagues appear in All seasons, but not in Major leagues or the leaderboards. For James Cavanagh, that is 1872–1872. Why totals can differ.

On this day & linked events

1850

Born January 1, 1850

, , Scotland

1890

Died October 14, 1890