George LeClair
Born: 10/18/1886 in Milton, VT, USA
Died: 10/10/1918 in Farnham, QC, CAN
MLB Debut: 1914-06-05 | Final Game: 1915-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: George Lewis LeClair
Biography
George LeClair, born in 1886, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1914 to 1915. Playing during a transitional period in baseball, he showcased his talents in an era that was beginning to embrace the offensive explosion that would define the game in the subsequent years. LeClair’s career record stood at 7 wins and 12 losses, with a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.36. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded 91 strikeouts over the course of his career and contributed with 2 saves, highlighting his versatility and effectiveness on the mound.
LeClair's playing style was characterized by a keen understanding of pitching strategy, which was essential during an era that still relied heavily on traditional baseball tactics. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the game and competitiveness on the field remain part of baseball's rich tapestry. After his retirement on October 2, 1915, LeClair left behind a legacy as a skilled pitcher who navigated the complexities of early 20th-century baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 12 | 55 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 236.0 | 222 | 88 | 4 | 61 | 91 | 3.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PTF | FL | 5 | 2 | 22 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 103.3 | 99 | 46 | 25 | 49 | 4.01 | 1425.8 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 1 | 8 | 18 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 84.0 | 76 | 23 | 22 | 30 | 2.46 | 238.8 |
| 1915 | BUF | FL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6.00 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PTF | FL | 1 | 2 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 45.7 | 43 | 17 | 13 | 10 | 3.35 | -316.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 71 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0.127 | 0.139 | 0.155 | 0.294 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PTF | FL | 22 | 34 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.147 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 18 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | BUF | FL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PTF | FL | 14 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 55 | 0 | 6 | 74 | 0 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PTF | P | 22 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 0 | 2 |
| 1915 | BLF | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 2 |
| 1915 | BUF | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | PTF | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 55 |