Eddie Dyer, baseball player, 1922-1927

Eddie Dyer

Born: 10/11/1899 in Morgan City, LA, USA

Died: 4/20/1964 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-07-08 | Final Game: 1927-04-12

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: Edwin Hawley Dyer

Biography

Eddie Dyer was an American professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1922 to 1927. Born in 1899, Dyer's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively inclined game. Throughout his time in the majors, Dyer compiled a record of 15 wins and 15 losses, showcasing a competitive spirit on the mound. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 4.75, reflecting the challenges pitchers faced during an era when offensive strategies were evolving. Dyer's career statistics included 63 strikeouts and 3 saves, indicating his ability to be a reliable option in the bullpen as well as a starter. While he may not have achieved the remarkable fame of some of his contemporaries, Dyer's contributions to his teams and the game itself were significant during a time when baseball was steadily growing in popularity and complexity. His legacy, though modest in terms of numbers, is a testament to the many players who laid the groundwork for the modern game.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
15 15 69 23 10 2 3 256.0 316 135 11 96 63 4.75 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
129 157 31 35 7 3 2 13 3 10 14 0.223 0.269 0.344 0.613 -278.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 9 0 18 0 0 0
P 69 0 13 69 7 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 69
Left Field 7
Center Field 3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Rice University Houston TX 1920, 1921, 1922