Oscar Fuhr, baseball player, 1921-1925

Oscar Fuhr

Born: 8/22/1893 in Defiance, MO, USA

Died: 3/29/1975 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1921-04-19 | Final Game: 1925-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 176 lbs

Full name: Oscar Lawrence Fuhr

Biography

Oscar Fuhr was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1921 to 1925. Born in 1893, Fuhr made his mark in the early years of Major League Baseball, a time when the sport was evolving rapidly. He played during an era characterized by a transition from the deadball period to a more offense-driven game, which influenced his performance on the mound. Throughout his career, Fuhr recorded a pitching record of 3-12 with a career earned run average (ERA) of 6.35. He accumulated a total of 59 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite struggling with consistency. Although he did not achieve notable saves during his time in the league, Fuhr's contributions to his teams were part of the larger narrative of early 20th-century baseball, where many players faced challenges that shaped the future of the game. His journey reflects the perseverance and determination of players in a formative era for Major League Baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
3 12 63 16 4 1 0 175.7 249 124 9 69 59 6.35 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
63 43 4 9 1 0 0 6 0 1 4 0.209 0.244 0.233 0.477 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 63 0 10 49 2 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 63