Ed Cole
Born: 3/22/1909 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, USA
Died: 7/28/1999 in Nashville, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1938-04-22 | Final Game: 1939-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Edward William Cole
Biography
Ed Cole, born in 1909, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. His career spanned from April 22, 1938, to September 24, 1939. Cole is remembered for his time with the league amidst a transitional period in baseball, where the game was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a more offensive-oriented approach. Throughout his brief career, he notched a record of 1-7 and recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 5.31, showcasing his battles on the mound during a challenging time for pitchers.
In addition to his pitching record, Cole demonstrated versatility with a total of 31 strikeouts and achieved 3 saves over his time in the majors. Although his career statistics may not reflect a long-lasting impact, Cole's presence in the league contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during an era that witnessed significant changes in the game. His journey exemplified the experiences of many pitchers of his time, navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 42 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 95.0 | 124 | 56 | 9 | 54 | 31 | 5.31 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | SLA | AL | 1 | 5 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 88.7 | 116 | 51 | 48 | 26 | 5.18 | -2307.2 |
| 1939 | SLA | AL | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 7.11 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.136 | 0.136 | 0.136 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | SLA | AL | 36 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | SLA | AL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 42 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | SLA | P | 36 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| 1939 | SLA | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 42 |