Tom Herrin

Tom Herrin, born in 1929, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the 1954 season. He made his debut on April 13, 1954, and concluded his career on June 20 of the same year. During his time in the league, Herrin compiled a record of 1-2, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 7.31 over his appearances. In total, he registered 8 strikeouts, although he did not record any saves. Herrin's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, shortly after the end of the deadball era and before the expansion of the league that would characterize the 1960s. While his time in the majors was relatively short, he represented the hard-working spirit of pitchers of his time. Despite the challenges he faced on the mound, Herrin's contributions to his team and his brief stint in Major League Baseball remain a part of the rich tapestry of the game’s history.