Peaches Davis
Born: 5/31/1905 in Glen Rose, TX, USA
Died: 4/28/1995 in Duncan, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1936-07-11 | Final Game: 1939-08-17
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Roy Thomas Davis
Biography
Peaches Davis, born in 1905, was a professional baseball pitcher known for his tenacity and competitive spirit on the mound. His career spanned from July 11, 1936, to August 17, 1939, during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-driven game. Davis finished his career with a record of 27 wins and 33 losses, showcasing his resilience in a challenging pitching environment.
Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Davis maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.87, which highlighted his ability to keep games competitive despite facing powerful lineups. He recorded 123 strikeouts and secured 11 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness as a pitcher in various game situations. While not among the most celebrated players of his time, Davis's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination that characterized many athletes of the late 1930s. His legacy remains a testament to the enduring spirit of players who labored in the shadows of baseball's most iconic figures.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 33 | 117 | 58 | 27 | 2 | 11 | 542.0 | 627 | 233 | 26 | 138 | 123 | 3.87 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | CIN | NL | 8 | 8 | 26 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 125.7 | 139 | 50 | 36 | 32 | 3.58 | 439.9 |
| 1937 | CIN | NL | 11 | 13 | 42 | 24 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 218.0 | 252 | 87 | 51 | 59 | 3.59 | 4218.7 |
| 1938 | CIN | NL | 7 | 12 | 29 | 19 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 167.7 | 193 | 74 | 40 | 28 | 3.97 | 1133.9 |
| 1939 | CIN | NL | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30.7 | 43 | 22 | 11 | 4 | 6.46 | -1342.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | 185 | 10 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0.178 | 0.191 | 0.189 | 0.381 | -1191.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | CIN | NL | 26 | 43 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.163 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | CIN | NL | 42 | 78 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.128 | -860.3 |
| 1938 | CIN | NL | 29 | 61 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.246 | -331.6 |
| 1939 | CIN | NL | 20 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 117 | 0 | 38 | 88 | 9 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | CIN | P | 26 | 0 | 14 | 26 | 3 | 0 |
| 1937 | CIN | P | 42 | 0 | 21 | 31 | 5 | 2 |
| 1938 | CIN | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| 1939 | CIN | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 117 |