Jerry Bell
Born: 10/6/1947 in Old Hickory, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-09-06 | Final Game: 1974-05-15
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jerry Houston Bell
Biography
Jerry Bell, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1971 to 1974. Bell made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball period to a more offensively charged environment. His playing style was defined by a combination of finesse and strategic pitching, which allowed him to maintain a respectable career earned run average (ERA) of 3.28 over his time in the league.
Throughout his career, Bell recorded a win-loss record of 17-11 and notched up 89 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to effectively manage opposing batters. He contributed to his teams not only by earning victories but also by securing a save, demonstrating his versatility on the mound. Although his time in the majors was relatively brief, Jerry Bell's contributions during a pivotal time in baseball history reflect the evolving strategies of pitching and the increasing importance of relievers in the game. His legacy is remembered by those who followed his career and the teams he represented.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 11 | 69 | 28 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 283.0 | 262 | 103 | 17 | 114 | 89 | 3.28 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | ATL | AL | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 3.07 | - |
| 1972 | ATL | AL | 5 | 1 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.7 | 50 | 13 | 33 | 20 | 1.66 | - |
| 1973 | ATL | AL | 9 | 9 | 31 | 25 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 183.7 | 185 | 81 | 70 | 57 | 3.97 | - |
| 1974 | ATL | AL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 17 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2.57 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.071 | 0.071 | 0.071 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | ATL | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | ATL | AL | 25 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | ATL | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | ATL | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 69 | 28 | 20 | 51 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | ML4 | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | ML4 | P | 25 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | ML4 | P | 31 | 25 | 13 | 34 | 1 | 2 |
| 1974 | ML4 | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 69 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont University | Nashville | TN | 1966, 1967 |
| Rhodes College | Memphis | TN | 1968, 1969 |