Hal Goldsmith, baseball player, 1926-1929

Hal Goldsmith

Born: 8/18/1898 in Peconic, NY, USA

Died: 10/20/1985 in Riverhead, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1926-06-23 | Final Game: 1929-08-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 174 lbs

Full name: Harold Eugene Goldsmith

Biography

Hal Goldsmith was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1898, whose career spanned from 1926 until 1929. He played during a transformative period in baseball, transitioning from the deadball era to a time when offensive production began to rise dramatically. Goldsmith's playing style was characterized by a strong competitive spirit, which he demonstrated on the mound throughout his tenure in the big leagues. Over the course of his career, Goldsmith recorded a win-loss record of 6-10 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.04. He struck out 30 batters and achieved one save, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief. Although his career was relatively brief, Goldsmith's contributions to his teams reflected the evolving dynamics of pitching during his era, as he navigated the challenges of a sport that was beginning to embrace a more offensive mindset. His legacy, while not as widely celebrated as some of his contemporaries, remains a testament to the perseverance of players during this pivotal time in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
6 10 47 20 6 0 1 185.0 235 83 9 56 30 4.04 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
47 62 8 13 3 0 0 7 0 2 11 0.210 0.234 0.258 0.492 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 47 0 13 48 3 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 47

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
St. Lawrence University Canton NY 1918, 1919, 1920