Don Black
Born: 7/20/1916 in Salix, IA, USA
Died: 4/21/1959 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-04-24 | Final Game: 1948-09-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Donald Paul Black
Biography
Don Black was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1943 to 1948. Born in 1916, Black's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the challenges of World War II and the subsequent integration of the sport. He made his debut on April 24, 1943, and showcased his skills on the mound throughout his time in the league.
Over the course of his career, Black achieved a win-loss record of 34-55 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.35. He recorded a total of 293 strikeouts and tallied one save, demonstrating his capability as a reliable pitcher despite the ups and downs of his win-loss record. Known for his competitive spirit and determination, Black contributed to the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impression during an era when the game was evolving and players faced unique challenges both on and off the field. His legacy is remembered among the pitchers of his time, reflecting the resilience and talent that characterized the era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 55 | 154 | 113 | 37 | 4 | 1 | 797.0 | 803 | 385 | 46 | 400 | 293 | 4.35 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 6 | 16 | 33 | 26 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 208.0 | 193 | 97 | 110 | 65 | 4.20 | -3396.7 |
| 1944 | PHA | AL | 10 | 12 | 29 | 27 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 177.3 | 177 | 80 | 75 | 78 | 4.06 | 389.2 |
| 1945 | PHA | AL | 5 | 11 | 26 | 18 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 125.3 | 154 | 72 | 69 | 47 | 5.17 | -1212.3 |
| 1946 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 43.7 | 45 | 22 | 21 | 15 | 4.53 | -1366.6 |
| 1947 | CLE | AL | 10 | 12 | 30 | 28 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 190.7 | 177 | 83 | 85 | 72 | 3.92 | -1825.2 |
| 1948 | CLE | AL | 2 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 52.0 | 57 | 31 | 40 | 16 | 5.37 | -2022.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 154 | 256 | 11 | 47 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 6 | 52 | 0.184 | 0.202 | 0.199 | 0.402 | -1298.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 33 | 69 | 5 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 0.188 | -440.2 |
| 1944 | PHA | AL | 29 | 59 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0.186 | -372.9 |
| 1945 | PHA | AL | 26 | 37 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.162 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | CLE | AL | 18 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | CLE | AL | 30 | 66 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.182 | -485.7 |
| 1948 | CLE | AL | 18 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 154 | 0 | 52 | 143 | 4 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHA | P | 33 | 0 | 15 | 41 | 0 | 3 |
| 1944 | PHA | P | 29 | 0 | 7 | 32 | 1 | 3 |
| 1945 | PHA | P | 26 | 0 | 8 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| 1946 | CLE | P | 18 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1947 | CLE | P | 30 | 0 | 15 | 31 | 1 | 2 |
| 1948 | CLE | P | 18 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 154 |