Les Cain
Born: 1/13/1948 in San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-04-28 | Final Game: 1972-05-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Leslie Cain
Biography
Les Cain, born in 1948, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1968 until 1972. Throughout his career, Cain displayed a solid performance on the mound, finishing with a win-loss record of 23-19 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.98. Known for his ability to strike out batters, he amassed a total of 303 strikeouts over his playing years. Despite his skills, he did not record any saves during his time in the league.
Cain's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the pitching-dominant styles of the 1960s to a more offensively focused game in the early 1970s. His contributions on the field were significant for the teams he played for, as he maneuvered through the challenges of the era, showcasing his pitching prowess. After his retirement on May 28, 1972, Cain left behind a legacy as a steadfast competitor who played a key role in the games he participated in.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 19 | 68 | 64 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 373.0 | 331 | 165 | 32 | 225 | 303 | 3.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 25 | 8 | 20 | 13 | 3.00 | -820.9 |
| 1970 | DET | AL | 12 | 7 | 29 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 180.7 | 167 | 77 | 98 | 156 | 3.84 | 709.8 |
| 1971 | DET | AL | 10 | 9 | 26 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 144.7 | 121 | 70 | 91 | 118 | 4.35 | -2311.6 |
| 1972 | DET | AL | 0 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.7 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 16 | 3.80 | -540.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 137 | 9 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 45 | 0.153 | 0.165 | 0.219 | 0.384 | -907.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | DET | AL | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | DET | AL | 29 | 68 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0.162 | -509.3 |
| 1971 | DET | AL | 27 | 55 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 0.145 | -397.9 |
| 1972 | DET | AL | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 68 | 64 | 13 | 52 | 5 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | DET | P | 8 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | DET | P | 29 | 29 | 8 | 24 | 2 | 0 |
| 1971 | DET | P | 26 | 26 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 1972 | DET | P | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 68 |