Herb Kelly
Born: 6/4/1892 in Mobile, AL, USA
Died: 5/18/1973 in Torrance, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-09-21 | Final Game: 1915-09-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Herbert Barrett Kelly
Biography
Herb Kelly was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1892, who played during the early 20th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His career spanned from 1914 to 1915, during which he made a notable mark despite a brief tenure in Major League Baseball.
Over the course of his career, Kelly recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 2.95, showcasing his ability to keep runs to a minimum in an era where pitching was paramount. He accumulated a total of 12 strikeouts, demonstrating his skill in overpowering batters, although he did not register any saves. While his career was short-lived, Kelly's performance on the mound reflected the competitive spirit and challenges faced by players of his time, making him a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 36.7 | 34 | 12 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 2.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 24 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 2.45 | -249.3 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 4.09 | 60.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.273 | 0.273 | 0.455 | 0.727 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 5 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 10 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PIT | P | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | PIT | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 10 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1912, 1913, 1914 |