Jerry Bell, baseball player, 1971-1974

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

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

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

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