In 1928, he appeared in 139 games, 92 at third base and 45 at first base, and batted .288. In 1929, he became the Tigers' starting third baseman, started all 154 games for the club, and posted a .280 batting average.
In 1928, he played in 139 games, 92 at third base and 45 at first base, and hit .288. In 1929, he became the Tigers' regular third baseman, started every game for the team, and had a batting average of .280.