Nelson Greene
Born: 9/20/1899 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 5/6/1983 in Lebanon, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-04-28 | Final Game: 1925-07-14
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Nelson George Greene
Biography
Nelson Greene was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1924 to 1925. Born in 1899, Greene made his mark in the early 20th century during a time when Major League Baseball was evolving with new styles of play and increased competition. He played for a brief period, yet his contributions to the game were notable for the era. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 2-1, showcasing his ability to secure victories for his team despite the challenges of pitching during this transitional phase of baseball.
Greene's performance on the mound included an earned run average (ERA) of 8.71, which reflected the difficulties faced by pitchers in an era marked by offensive prowess. He struck out a total of 7 batters and recorded 1 save, indicating his role as a reliable option in the bullpen when needed. Although his career was short-lived, Greene's time in the major leagues coincided with a period of growth and innovation in baseball, paving the way for future generations of pitchers who would follow in his footsteps.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 31.0 | 59 | 30 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 8.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BRO | NL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 4.00 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | BRO | NL | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 22.0 | 45 | 26 | 7 | 4 | 10.64 | -958.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BRO | NL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | BRO | NL | 11 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BRO | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1925 | BRO | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |