Ed Fallenstein
Born: 12/22/1908 in Newark, NJ, USA
Died: 11/24/1971 in Orange, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-04-16 | Final Game: 1933-07-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Edward Joseph Fallenstein
Biography
Ed Fallenstein was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1931 to 1933. Born in 1908, he made his mark in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded baseball of the 1930s. Throughout his brief time in Major League Baseball, Fallenstein showcased his skills with a career record of 2-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.52, contributing to the competitive landscape of the sport during that period.
Fallenstein's pitching style was marked by determination and a drive to excel, as evidenced by his ability to accumulate 20 strikeouts during his time on the mound. Although he did not record any saves, his role as a pitcher was integral to the teams he played for, as he navigated the challenges of the game at a time when the sport was evolving. His contributions, though modest in terms of statistics, are a testament to the diverse tapestry of players who shaped the early years of modern baseball. Fallenstein's career may have been short, but it reflects a crucial time in the history of the game, providing insight into the lives of players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 33 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 76.7 | 99 | 47 | 3 | 39 | 20 | 5.52 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.7 | 56 | 33 | 26 | 15 | 7.13 | -805.7 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 2 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 35.0 | 43 | 14 | 13 | 5 | 3.60 | -244.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.308 | 0.357 | 0.385 | 0.742 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHI | NL | 24 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 11 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 33 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHI | P | 24 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1933 | BSN | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 33 |