Harry Feldman
Born: 11/10/1919 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 3/16/1962 in Fort Smith, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-10 | Final Game: 1946-04-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Harry Feldman was a professional baseball pitcher who enjoyed a career spanning from 1941 to 1946. Born in 1919, Feldman made his mark during a tumultuous era in American history, as World War II impacted the sport and led to a shortage of players in the major leagues. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 35 wins and 35 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.8. His ability to strike batters out was notable, as he recorded 254 strikeouts, showcasing his skill on the mound and his capacity to dominate opposing hitters.
Feldman’s playing style was characterized by a blend of strategic pitching and resilience, traits that were vital in the competitive environment of the 1940s. He also contributed to his teams with three saves, highlighting his versatility and ability to perform under pressure in crucial moments. Despite the challenges of his era, including the integration of baseball and the impact of the war on player availability, Feldman established himself as a reliable and competitive pitcher during his time in the league, leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 35 | 143 | 78 | 22 | 6 | 3 | 666.0 | 671 | 281 | 45 | 300 | 254 | 3.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | NY1 | NL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 20.3 | 21 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 3.98 | 626.4 |
| 1942 | NY1 | NL | 7 | 1 | 31 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 114.0 | 100 | 40 | 73 | 49 | 3.16 | -1725.8 |
| 1943 | NY1 | NL | 4 | 5 | 31 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 104.7 | 114 | 50 | 58 | 49 | 4.30 | -2106.4 |
| 1944 | NY1 | NL | 11 | 13 | 40 | 27 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 205.3 | 214 | 95 | 91 | 70 | 4.16 | -4479.0 |
| 1945 | NY1 | NL | 12 | 13 | 35 | 30 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 217.7 | 213 | 79 | 69 | 74 | 3.27 | -441.4 |
| 1946 | NY1 | NL | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | 221 | 27 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 11 | 50 | 0.172 | 0.215 | 0.217 | 0.432 | -1064.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | NY1 | NL | 31 | 39 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.282 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | NY1 | NL | 44 | 30 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | NY1 | NL | 54 | 73 | 15 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0.205 | -408.5 |
| 1945 | NY1 | NL | 38 | 72 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 0.097 | -656.3 |
| 1946 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 143 | 0 | 30 | 105 | 11 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | NY1 | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1942 | NY1 | P | 31 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 1 | 3 |
| 1943 | NY1 | P | 31 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 1 | 4 |
| 1944 | NY1 | P | 40 | 0 | 9 | 29 | 7 | 3 |
| 1945 | NY1 | P | 35 | 0 | 12 | 31 | 1 | 0 |
| 1946 | NY1 | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 143 |