Clark Griffith, baseball player, 1891-1914

Clark Griffith

⭐ Hall of Fame 1946

Born: 11/20/1869 in Clear Creek, MO, USA

Died: 10/27/1955 in Washington, DC, USA

MLB Debut: 1891-04-11 | Final Game: 1914-10-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 156 lbs

Full name: Clark Calvin Griffith

Biography

Clark Griffith, born in 1869, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1891 to 1914. Known for his exceptional skills on the mound, Griffith compiled a career record of 237 wins and 146 losses, showcasing a remarkable earned run average (ERA) of 3.31. Throughout his tenure, he recorded 955 strikeouts and notched 8 saves, establishing himself as a formidable competitor during an era that laid the groundwork for modern baseball. His playing style was characterized by precision and strategy, which made him a key figure in the development of pitching techniques. Griffith's contributions to the game extended beyond his playing days; he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946, recognizing his significant impact on the sport. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and management, further influencing baseball's evolution. His legacy is remembered not only for his impressive statistics but also for his role in shaping the future of the game during a transformative period in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
237 146 453 372 337 22 8 3385.7 3670 1246 76 774 955 3.31 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
485 1380 202 321 49 17 8 166 22 166 126 0.233 0.318 0.310 0.628 -2327.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2B 1 0 0 2 0 0
3B 1 0 3 3 3 0
OF 18 0 13 2 5 0
P 453 21 179 863 64 22
SS 4 0 6 9 6 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 453
First Base 1
Second Base 1
Third Base 1
Shortstop 4
Left Field 6
Center Field 5
Right Field 8

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Illinois State University Normal IL 1887