1930 Baseball Highlights: Batting Averages of Stars like Terry, Ott, Wilson
The 1930 baseball season was marked by an impressive wave of hitting in the National League, with six teams boasting players who batted above .300. The New York Giants led with a team average of .319, followed closely by the Philadelphia Phillies at .315, and the St. Louis Cardinals at .314. Notably, the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates also featured prominently with batting averages of .308 and .281, respectively. A significant aspect of 1930 was the high number of players posting exceptional individual statistics, including Hack Wilson, who played for the Chicago Cubs and achieved remarkable feats in run production. The article highlights dominant performances by other players such as Bill Terry and Mel Ott from the Giants, emphasizing their significant contributions to the team’s success.