 He won the Western League batting championship in 1899, and finished second in 1894, third in 1895, sixth in 1897, and fourth in 1898.Though generally not considered to be a great defensive outfielder, he also led all outfielders in the league with 42 assists in 1896.During the 1897 season, Detroit teammate Harry Steinfeldt developed bad shins from being hit by the ball.