Elmer Flick Hall of Fame MLB

Elmer Flick was one of baseball’s premier hitters in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his smooth swing and speed. Born in 1876 in Ohio, Flick began his major league career in 1898 and played primarily for the Philadelphia Phillies and Cleveland Bronchos/Naps. He was an outstanding outfielder and a feared batter, leading the American League in batting average (.352) and stolen bases (39) in 1905.

Flick was one of the first players to combine hitting for average with power and speed, helping to shape modern hitting styles. Over his 13-year career, he compiled a .313 batting average with 47 home runs and 558 stolen bases. He was also a great defensive outfielder, making difficult catches look routine. Flick was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1963, recognized for his all-around skills and lasting impact on the game’s early years.

Flick's Awards and Records

• AL batting champion (1905)
• NL RBI leader (1900)
• 2× AL stolen base leader (1904, 1906)
• Cleveland Guardians Hall of Fame

MLB Records

• Led the American League in batting average in 1905
• Led the AL in stolen bases in 1904 and 1906, with 38 and 39 respectively
• Top 10 in AL batting average for 7 consecutive seasons (1901–1907)
• Career .313 batting average and 558 stolen bases
• One of the few players in history to have more career triples (164) than doubles

MLB Teams:

Philadelphia Phillies (1898–1901)
Philadelphia Athletics (1902)
Cleveland Bronchos / Naps (1902–1910)