Chet Falk, baseball player, 1925-1927

Chet Falk

Born: 5/15/1905 in Austin, TX, USA

Died: 1/7/1982 in Austin, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1925-04-20 | Final Game: 1927-06-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Chester Emanuel Falk

Biography

Chet Falk was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1905, whose career spanned from 1925 to 1927. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a more offense-driven approach. Falk played for a brief period, finishing his career with a record of 5-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.04. Over his time in the league, he recorded 16 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, though he did not register any saves. Falk's tenure in the major leagues was characterized by the challenges of a competitive pitching landscape, where he sought to establish himself among the many talented arms of his era. Despite a relatively short career, his contributions are a part of the historical fabric of baseball during the late 1920s, a time when the sport was beginning to embrace a new style of play. His journey through the game reflects the experiences of many players of his time, navigating the complexities of professional baseball while striving for success on the mound.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
5 4 40 8 3 0 0 114.7 158 77 4 54 16 6.04 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
45 44 4 12 1 0 0 3 1 2 5 0.273 0.304 0.295 0.600 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 40 0 5 29 1 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 40

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Texas at Austin Austin TX 1924, 1925, 1926