Ted Lewis
Born: 12/25/1872 in Machynileth, Powys, Wales
Died: 5/23/1936 in Durham, NH, USA
MLB Debut: 1896-07-06 | Final Game: 1901-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 158 lbs
Full name: Edward Morgan Lewis
Biography
Ted Lewis, born in 1872, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from 1896 to 1901. During his career, he compiled a record of 94 wins and 64 losses, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.53. Lewis was known for his competitive spirit and ability to strike out batters, finishing his career with 378 strikeouts. His contributions to the game included a total of 4 saves, highlighting his versatility and capability to close out games when needed.
Playing during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lewis was part of an era that was transitioning from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive output. His pitching style was characterized by precision and an understanding of the game that allowed him to excel against some of the best hitters of his time. Lewis remains a notable figure in the history of baseball, remembered for his skill and perseverance on the mound, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he represented.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 64 | 183 | 153 | 136 | 7 | 4 | 1405.0 | 1379 | 551 | 57 | 511 | 378 | 3.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | BSN | NL | 1 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 41.7 | 37 | 15 | 27 | 12 | 3.24 | -974.4 |
| 1897 | BSN | NL | 21 | 12 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 290.0 | 316 | 124 | 125 | 65 | 3.85 | -3559.9 |
| 1898 | BSN | NL | 26 | 8 | 41 | 33 | 29 | 1 | 2 | 313.3 | 267 | 101 | 109 | 72 | 2.90 | -1750.3 |
| 1899 | BSN | NL | 17 | 11 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 234.7 | 245 | 91 | 73 | 60 | 3.49 | -1046.3 |
| 1900 | BSN | NL | 13 | 12 | 30 | 22 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 209.0 | 215 | 96 | 86 | 66 | 4.13 | -2616.6 |
| 1901 | BOS | AL | 16 | 17 | 39 | 34 | 31 | 1 | 1 | 316.3 | 299 | 124 | 91 | 103 | 3.53 | -2567.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 184 | 552 | 66 | 123 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 52 | 4 | 38 | 66 | 0.223 | 0.273 | 0.252 | 0.525 | -2146.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | BSN | NL | 6 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1897 | BSN | NL | 38 | 113 | 15 | 28 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 0.248 | -506.5 |
| 1898 | BSN | NL | 42 | 131 | 17 | 37 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0.282 | -143.2 |
| 1899 | BSN | NL | 29 | 96 | 9 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0.260 | -297.8 |
| 1900 | BSN | NL | 30 | 73 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 0.137 | -521.8 |
| 1901 | BOS | AL | 39 | 121 | 14 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 18 | 0.174 | -677.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 183 | 0 | 57 | 282 | 25 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | BSN | P | 6 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1897 | BSN | P | 38 | 0 | 6 | 46 | 3 | 1 |
| 1898 | BSN | P | 41 | 0 | 13 | 71 | 4 | 4 |
| 1898 | BSN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1899 | BSN | P | 29 | 0 | 17 | 35 | 6 | 0 |
| 1900 | BSN | P | 30 | 0 | 8 | 36 | 5 | 1 |
| 1901 | BOS | P | 39 | 0 | 7 | 84 | 7 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 183 |
| Second Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta College | Marietta | OH | 1893 |
| Williams College | Williamstown | MA | 1894, 1895, 1896 |