Hooks Dauss, baseball player, 1912-1926

Hooks Dauss

Born: 9/22/1889 in Indianapolis, IN, USA

Died: 7/27/1963 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-09-28 | Final Game: 1926-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: George August Dauss

Biography

Hooks Dauss was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball, playing from 1912 until his retirement in 1926. Born in 1889, Dauss made a significant impact during the early years of the modern game, establishing himself as a reliable starter primarily with the Detroit Tigers. Over the course of his career, he amassed a record of 222 wins against 182 losses, showcasing his ability to consistently perform at a high level. His earned run average (ERA) of 3.3 reflected his effectiveness on the mound, while he recorded a total of 1,201 strikeouts, demonstrating his capacity to overpower hitters. Dauss was known for his durability and work ethic, qualities that enabled him to pitch in an era that often demanded more from pitchers due to fewer relief options. He also contributed to his teams' successes with 40 saves, underscoring his versatility and importance in close game situations. Throughout his career, Dauss was a key figure in the Tigers' rotation during a time when the franchise was building toward championship success. His legacy remains as one of the solid pitchers of his time, admired for his contributions to the game and his role in shaping the pitching landscape of the 1910s and 1920s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
222 182 538 388 245 22 40 3390.7 3407 1245 87 1067 1201 3.30 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
540 1124 107 212 41 14 6 107 3 141 288 0.189 0.284 0.266 0.550 -3401.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
P 538 0 99 1128 41 25

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 538
Center Field 1