Joe Conzelman
Born: 7/14/1889 in Bristol, CT, USA
Died: 4/17/1979 in Mountain Brook, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-05-01 | Final Game: 1915-08-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Joseph Harrison Conzelman
Biography
Joe Conzelman was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1889, who played in the early 20th century when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more modern style of play. His career spanned from 1913 until May 1, 1915, during which he showcased his talents in the Major Leagues. Conzelman finished his career with a record of 6-8 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.92, reflecting his ability to effectively manage opposing hitters in a time when offense was beginning to rise.
Throughout his time on the mound, Conzelman recorded 70 strikeouts and secured 2 saves, demonstrating his effectiveness as both a starter and a relief pitcher. While his tenure in the Major Leagues was relatively brief, his performance has been recognized as a testament to the skill and determination required to succeed in a rapidly evolving game. Joe Conzelman's contributions to baseball during his playing days remain a noteworthy part of the sport's rich history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 54 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 163.3 | 142 | 53 | 2 | 65 | 70 | 2.92 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 1.20 | 191.2 |
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 5 | 6 | 33 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 101.0 | 88 | 33 | 40 | 39 | 2.94 | -753.5 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.3 | 41 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 3.42 | -42.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 42 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.095 | 0.095 | 0.095 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 33 | 27 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 18 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 54 | 0 | 4 | 53 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | PIT | P | 33 | 0 | 4 | 33 | 0 | 1 |
| 1915 | PIT | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 54 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Providence | RI | 1910, 1911, 1912 |