Leo Dickerman
Born: 10/31/1896 in De Soto, MO, USA
Died: 4/30/1982 in Atkins, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-04-21 | Final Game: 1925-09-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 192 lbs
Full name: Leo Louis Dickerman
Biography
Leo Dickerman was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1923 to 1925. Born in 1896, Dickerman played during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era to a time when offensive production was beginning to rise. Over his three-season career, he compiled a record of 19 wins and 27 losses, showcasing both the challenges and competitiveness of a pitcher during this era.
With a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.0, Dickerman was known for his ability to strike out batters, finishing his tenure with a total of 135 strikeouts. He also recorded one save, highlighting his capability to contribute in critical late-game situations. While his overall record may not reflect dominant success, Dickerman's role in the league during the early 1920s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history as the game began to embrace a new style of play. His journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the perseverance and skill required to compete at the highest level during a time of significant change in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 27 | 89 | 55 | 22 | 4 | 1 | 429.7 | 443 | 191 | 20 | 218 | 135 | 4.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 8 | 12 | 35 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 159.7 | 180 | 66 | 72 | 58 | 3.72 | 270.6 |
| 1924 | BRO | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 20 | 12 | 16 | 9 | 5.49 | -406.9 |
| 1924 | STL | NL | 7 | 4 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 119.7 | 108 | 32 | 51 | 28 | 2.41 | - |
| 1925 | STL | NL | 4 | 11 | 29 | 20 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 130.7 | 135 | 81 | 79 | 40 | 5.58 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 141 | 13 | 28 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 38 | 0.199 | 0.236 | 0.277 | 0.513 | -104.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 35 | 52 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.250 | -104.2 |
| 1924 | BRO | NL | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | STL | NL | 18 | 39 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | STL | NL | 29 | 44 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0.114 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 89 | 0 | 13 | 133 | 6 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | P | 35 | 0 | 2 | 50 | 4 | 3 |
| 1924 | BRO | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1924 | SLN | P | 18 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 1 | 3 |
| 1925 | SLN | P | 29 | 0 | 6 | 47 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 89 |