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Athletics Franchise · 1908–1912

Ben Egan

Catcher2 seasons1908–1912

Biography

Ben Egan was a Major League Baseball catcher, born November 20, 1883 in Augusta, NY. A right-handed hitter listed at 6' 0" and 195 pounds, Ben Egan debuted on September 29, 1908 and last played on September 23, 1915.

Over 122 major-league games, Ben Egan batted .165 with 58 hits, 0 home runs, and 30 RBI in 352 at-bats.

Every one of Ben's Athletics seasons is listed below. Explore more through the franchise history, the rosters by year, and the full player index.

Born
November 20, 1883
Birthplace
Augusta, NY
Position
Catcher
Bats / Throws
Right / Right
Height / Weight
6' 0", 195 lb
MLB Debut
September 29, 1908
Final Game
September 23, 1915
Seasons with A's
2

MLB Career Statistics

Career batting totals across 122 major-league games, and the year-by-year line. Figures from the MLB Stats API.

GABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOAVGOBPSLGOPS
1223522158950301834.165.212.219.431
YearTeamGABHHRRBIAVG
1908Philadelphia Athletics26100.167
1912Philadelphia Athletics4913824013.174
1914Cleveland Naps298820011.227
1915Cleveland Indians421201306.108

Season-by-Season

1912Philadelphia AthleticsCatcher1908Philadelphia AthleticsCatcher

With the Athletics

With the Athletics franchise, Ben Egan appears across the 1908 and 1912 seasons (Philadelphia Athletics).

In an Athletics uniform, Ben Egan played 51 games with 25 hits and 13 RBI. Every A's season is captured on the franchise rosters below.

Teammates & Related Players

Players who shared a franchise roster with Ben Egan.

Eddie PlankAmos StrunkEddie Collins Sr.Chief BenderDanny MurphyRube OldringJack CoombsJack Barry

Frequently Asked Questions

What position did Ben Egan play?
Ben Egan was a catcher who batted right-handed and threw right-handed.
When did Ben Egan play for the Athletics?
Ben Egan appears on the Athletics franchise roster in 1908 and 1912.
Where was Ben Egan born?
Ben Egan was born on November 20, 1883 in Augusta, NY.
What were Ben Egan's MLB career stats?
Over 122 MLB games, Ben Egan hit .165 with 58 hits, 0 home runs, and 30 RBI.

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