Ralph Glaze
Born: 3/13/1881 in Denver, CO, USA
Died: 10/31/1968 in Atascadero, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-05-24 | Final Game: 1908-06-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Daniel Ralph Glaze
Biography
Ralph Glaze was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century, making his mark in the sport from 1906 until 1908. Born in 1881, Glaze began his Major League career with a focus on delivering strong performances on the mound during a time when baseball was evolving into a more competitive and organized sport. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 15-21 and maintained an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.89, showcasing his ability to keep runs to a minimum and demonstrating his effectiveness as a pitcher.
Glaze's tenure in Major League Baseball was characterized by his pitching prowess, as he recorded a total of 137 strikeouts. Although he did not achieve any saves during his career, his contributions were significant during a period when the game was still influenced by the early stages of the deadball era, known for its emphasis on pitching and defense. Glaze's ability to control the game with his arm left a lasting impact, and he remains a notable figure from a pivotal time in the history of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 21 | 61 | 34 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 340.0 | 303 | 109 | 9 | 85 | 137 | 2.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 4 | 6 | 19 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 123.0 | 110 | 49 | 32 | 56 | 3.59 | -396.5 |
| 1907 | BOS | AL | 9 | 13 | 32 | 21 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 182.3 | 150 | 47 | 48 | 68 | 2.32 | -343.6 |
| 1908 | BOS | AL | 2 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 34.7 | 43 | 13 | 5 | 13 | 3.38 | 181.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64 | 129 | 8 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 39 | 0.171 | 0.201 | 0.240 | 0.442 | -427.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 22 | 55 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.182 | -197.0 |
| 1907 | BOS | AL | 32 | 61 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.180 | -230.2 |
| 1908 | BOS | AL | 10 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| P | 61 | 34 | 21 | 80 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | P | 19 | 10 | 12 | 33 | 2 | 2 |
| 1906 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1907 | BOS | P | 32 | 21 | 8 | 40 | 2 | 1 |
| 1908 | BOS | P | 10 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 61 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth College | Hanover | NH | 1903, 1904, 1905, 1906 |