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John Riddle Notable

b. February 1, 1864 · Washington Nationals 1889, Philadelphia Athletics 1890

John Riddle divided two seasons between two clubs as a catcher: the Washington Nationals from 1889, then the Philadelphia Athletics through 1890.

Across 38 games he batted .123, with 15 hits and 10 runs. He finished with 3 doubles and 4 stolen bases.

He played 22 games behind the plate, with 89 putouts and 16 errors. He turned 1 double play.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA, USA on February 1, 1864, and died on May 5, 1931. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1889 WHS 113738 300 3280 .216
1890 PHA 278577 010 21704 .082
Career 381221015 310 51984 .123

On this day & linked events

1864

Born February 1, 1864

Philadelphia, PA, USA

1931

Died May 5, 1931