Lance Clemons
Born: 7/6/1947 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 1/22/2008 in Brooksville, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-08-12 | Final Game: 1974-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Lance Levis Clemons
Biography
Lance Clemons was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1971 to 1974. Born in 1947, Clemons made his debut during an era characterized by a transition in Major League Baseball, as the game was beginning to see changes in pitching styles and offensive strategies. Throughout his time in the league, he played for various teams, contributing to the pitching staff with a competitive spirit.
Clemons concluded his career with a record of 2-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.06 over his time on the mound. He recorded a total of 23 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters, though he did not register any saves during his tenure. While his statistics may not reflect the dominance typically associated with standout pitchers, Clemons’s role in the game was significant during a time when the sport was evolving. His contributions on the field helped lay the groundwork for future generations of pitchers in an ever-changing baseball landscape.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.7 | 42 | 24 | 4 | 21 | 23 | 6.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | KCR | AL | 1 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 26 | 11 | 12 | 20 | 4.12 | - |
| 1972 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 10.12 | - |
| 1974 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 9.95 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.333 | 0.875 | 1.208 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | KCR | AL | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | STL | NL | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | BOS | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 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 | 19 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | KCA | P | 10 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | SLN | P | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | BOS | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chester University of Pennsylvania | West Chester | PA | 1967, 1968 |