Otis Lambeth
Born: 5/13/1890 in Berlin, KS, USA
Died: 6/5/1976 in Moran, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 1916-07-16 | Final Game: 1918-04-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Otis Samuel Lambeth
Biography
Otis Lambeth was a professional baseball pitcher active from 1916 to 1918. Born in 1890, he played during a transformative era in the sport, shortly after the dawn of the modern baseball age. Lambeth's career commenced in a time when the game was evolving, leading into an era that would soon witness significant changes in playing styles and strategies.
Throughout his brief career, Lambeth compiled a record of 11 wins and 9 losses, showcasing his competitive spirit on the mound. He recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 3.18, indicating his effectiveness and ability to limit opponents' scoring opportunities. Over the course of his time in the league, he struck out 58 batters and recorded 3 saves, highlighting his role as a reliable pitcher during a period when the art of pitching was still being perfected. While his career spanned just two seasons, Lambeth's contributions remain a part of baseball's rich tapestry, reflecting the dedication and skill of players from that era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 9 | 43 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 178.3 | 176 | 63 | 3 | 74 | 58 | 3.18 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | CLE | AL | 4 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 74.0 | 69 | 24 | 38 | 28 | 2.92 | -1275.9 |
| 1917 | CLE | AL | 7 | 6 | 26 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 97.3 | 97 | 34 | 30 | 27 | 3.14 | -1383.2 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 6.43 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 60 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.167 | 0.180 | 0.233 | 0.414 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | CLE | AL | 16 | 27 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | CLE | AL | 26 | 32 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 43 | 0 | 8 | 39 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | CLE | P | 15 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| 1917 | CLE | P | 26 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 3 | 1 |
| 1918 | CLE | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 43 |