Elmer Brown

Elmer Brown was a professional baseball pitcher, born in 1883, whose career spanned from 1911 to 1915. He made his mark in the early 20th century, a time when the game was evolving with the introduction of more specialized roles on the field. Brown finished his career with a record of 7-11 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.48, showcasing his ability to compete against the best hitters of his time. Throughout his time on the mound, he recorded 79 strikeouts, demonstrating his capacity to miss bats and contribute effectively to his team's efforts. Brown played during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball period to a more modern style of play, marked by an increasing emphasis on batting skills and strategic pitching. Though he did not achieve monumental fame, his contributions as a pitcher were part of the larger narrative of baseball's development in the early 1900s. He retired from the game on April 14, 1915, leaving behind a legacy that reflected the challenges and changes of his time in Major League Baseball.