Orlin Collier
Born: 2/17/1907 in East Prairie, MO, USA
Died: 9/9/1944 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-09-11 | Final Game: 1931-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Orlin Edward Collier
Biography
Orlin Collier, born in 1907, was a professional baseball player whose brief major league career spanned from September 11, 1931, to September 23, 1931. As a position player, Collier participated in just two games during his time in the big leagues. Despite his limited appearances, he remains a part of baseball history, representing the era's transitional phase in the sport, as it moved away from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play.
Throughout his career, Collier did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases. His statistics reflect the challenges faced by many players during that period, where competition was fierce, and opportunities were often fleeting. While his time in the spotlight was short, Collier's journey serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in Major League Baseball, contributing to the rich tapestry of the game’s history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 17 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 7.84 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 7.84 | -114.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | DET | AL | 2 | 3 | 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 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | DET | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 1927, 1928 |