Snipe Conley
Born: 4/25/1892 in Cressona, PA, USA
Died: 1/5/1978 in Robert Lee, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-05-20 | Final Game: 1918-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 179 lbs
Full name: James Patrick Michael Conley
Biography
Snipe Conley, born in 1892, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1914 to 1918. He made his mark in the early 20th century during a time when the game was characterized by a blend of emerging pitching techniques and the burgeoning popularity of baseball as America’s pastime. Conley’s career record stood at 7 wins and 10 losses, showcasing his determination and resilience on the mound despite the challenges of competition during the era.
Conley finished his career with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.36 and accumulated 128 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to effectively challenge batters. He also recorded 2 saves, contributing to his team's efforts in crucial situations. While his overall record may not reflect the dominance of some of his contemporaries, Snipe Conley remains an important figure in the history of baseball, representing the dedication and spirit of players in the pre-Deadball Era. His contributions to the game during this transformative period helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 10 | 65 | 17 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 224.7 | 226 | 84 | 9 | 84 | 128 | 3.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BLF | FL | 4 | 6 | 35 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 125.0 | 112 | 35 | 47 | 86 | 2.52 | 1180.8 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 1 | 4 | 25 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 86.0 | 97 | 41 | 32 | 40 | 4.29 | -1292.2 |
| 1918 | CIN | NL | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13.7 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 5.27 | -744.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 63 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 27 | 0.175 | 0.200 | 0.254 | 0.454 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BLF | FL | 35 | 35 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.114 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 25 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | CIN | NL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 65 | 0 | 11 | 54 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BLF | P | 35 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 2 | 2 |
| 1915 | BLF | P | 25 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 1 | 0 |
| 1918 | CIN | P | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 65 |