Jack Berly
Born: 5/24/1903 in Natchitoches, LA, USA
Died: 6/26/1977 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-04-22 | Final Game: 1933-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: John Chambers Berly
Biography
Jack Berly, born in 1903, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1924 to 1933. He made his mark in a competitive era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Over his career, Berly compiled a win-loss record of 10-13, showcasing his resilience on the mound despite the challenges of the time. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.02, reflecting the difficulties many pitchers faced in an evolving league.
During his tenure, Berly recorded 66 strikeouts and notched 2 saves, demonstrating his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief situations. Although his statistics may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers of his era, Berly's role in the game reflected the grit and determination of many players who worked tirelessly to leave their mark in Major League Baseball during the 1920s and early 1930s. His career serves as a reminder of the diverse talent that populated the sport during a pivotal time in its history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 13 | 65 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 215.3 | 245 | 120 | 17 | 98 | 66 | 5.02 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5.62 | - |
| 1931 | NY1 | NL | 7 | 8 | 27 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 111.3 | 114 | 48 | 51 | 45 | 3.88 | -1039.9 |
| 1932 | PHI | NL | 1 | 2 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 46.0 | 61 | 39 | 21 | 15 | 7.63 | -875.0 |
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 2 | 3 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0 | 62 | 28 | 22 | 4 | 5.04 | -1985.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 60 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0.167 | 0.180 | 0.167 | 0.347 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | STL | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | NY1 | NL | 27 | 35 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | PHI | NL | 21 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 13 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 65 | 0 | 11 | 60 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | SLN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | NY1 | P | 27 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | PHI | P | 21 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 1933 | PHI | P | 13 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 65 |