Will Calihan, baseball player, 1890-1891

Will Calihan

Born: 1868 in Oswego, NY, USA

Died: 12/20/1917 in Rochester, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1890-04-17 | Final Game: 1891-06-20

Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: William T. Calihan

Biography

Will Calihan, born in 1868, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 1890s. His career spanned from April 17, 1890, to June 20, 1891, during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern style of play. Calihan made a name for himself with a career record of 24 wins and 21 losses, showcasing his competitive spirit on the mound. Throughout his brief career, Calihan recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 4.14 and tallied 155 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to overpower batters during a time when pitching strategies were evolving. Although he did not register any saves, his contributions to his teams highlighted the importance of pitchers in the developing landscape of professional baseball. Calihan's time in the game, though short-lived, positioned him as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, bridging the gap between the early days of the sport and the more structured leagues that emerged shortly thereafter.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
24 21 50 47 42 0 0 408.3 427 188 11 172 155 4.14 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
63 215 22 34 5 2 1 18 2 13 8 0.158 0.210 0.214 0.424 -1410.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 1 0 2 3 0 0
OF 12 0 19 3 2 0
P 50 0 19 106 11 7
SS 1 0 2 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 50
Third Base 1
Shortstop 1
Left Field 1
Center Field 9
Right Field 3