Bob Cain
Born: 10/16/1924 in Longford, KS, USA
Died: 4/8/1997 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-09-18 | Final Game: 1954-09-11
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Robert Max Cain
Biography
Bob Cain was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1949 to 1954. Born in 1924, he made his Major League debut in the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and the integration of African American players was beginning to reshape the game. Cain played for multiple teams during his career, contributing to the sport with his pitching prowess and versatility on the mound.
Throughout his career, Cain compiled a record of 37 wins and 44 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5. He struck out a total of 249 batters and recorded 8 saves, showcasing his ability to perform in high-pressure situations. Known for his competitive spirit and resilience, Cain was a key figure on the pitching staffs of his teams, helping to navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving game during the early 1950s. His contributions to baseball during this transformative period remain a notable part of the sport's history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 44 | 140 | 89 | 27 | 3 | 8 | 628.0 | 618 | 314 | 50 | 316 | 249 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11.0 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 2.45 | - |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 9 | 12 | 34 | 23 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 171.7 | 153 | 75 | 109 | 77 | 3.93 | - |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 25 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 3.76 | - |
| 1951 | DET | AL | 11 | 10 | 35 | 22 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 149.3 | 135 | 78 | 82 | 58 | 4.70 | -2218.3 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 12 | 10 | 29 | 27 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 170.0 | 169 | 78 | 62 | 70 | 4.13 | -620.9 |
| 1953 | SLA | AL | 4 | 10 | 32 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 99.7 | 129 | 69 | 45 | 36 | 6.23 | -406.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | 214 | 28 | 42 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 45 | 0.196 | 0.246 | 0.243 | 0.489 | -992.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHW | AL | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 35 | 61 | 7 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.197 | -414.2 |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 4 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | DET | AL | 35 | 53 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0.245 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 35 | 58 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0.138 | -462.3 |
| 1953 | SLA | AL | 34 | 30 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 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 | 140 | 0 | 28 | 91 | 3 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHA | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1950 | CHA | P | 34 | 0 | 7 | 31 | 1 | 1 |
| 1951 | CHA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1951 | DET | P | 35 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 1 | 1 |
| 1952 | SLA | P | 29 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| 1953 | SLA | P | 32 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 140 |