Art Decatur

Art Decatur was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1922 until 1927. Born in 1894, Decatur's career was marked by his contributions to various teams during an era of evolving pitching styles and strategies. He made his debut on April 15, 1922, and finished his career on October 1, 1927. Over the course of his playing days, he compiled a record of 23 wins and 34 losses, showcasing his tenacity on the mound despite facing stiff competition. Decatur concluded his career with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.51 and recorded 152 strikeouts, along with 7 saves, reflecting his ability to handle pressure situations. His performance during the early 1920s placed him in the midst of a transformative time in baseball, as teams began to transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. While not a dominant ace, Decatur's contributions were significant in providing depth to the pitching staffs he was part of, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history from that era.