Glenn Liebhardt
Born: 3/10/1883 in Milton, IN, USA
Died: 7/13/1956 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-10-02 | Final Game: 1909-08-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Glenn John Liebhardt
Biography
Glenn Liebhardt was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1883, who played in Major League Baseball from 1906 until his retirement in 1909. Known for his skill on the mound, Liebhardt finished his career with a record of 36 wins and 35 losses, alongside an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.17. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 280 strikeouts during his time in the league. Additionally, Liebhardt contributed to his teams, securing 2 saves throughout his career.
Liebhardt's playing era fell within a transitional period for baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a more offense-driven approach. Despite this shift, his low ERA and ability to keep runs to a minimum showcased his effectiveness as a pitcher in a time when the game was particularly challenging for hurlers. While his career was relatively brief, Liebhardt's impact on the mound demonstrated his talent and competitiveness, marking him as a notable figure in the early years of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 35 | 90 | 66 | 49 | 7 | 2 | 612.7 | 543 | 148 | 3 | 183 | 280 | 2.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | CLE | AL | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1.50 | 507.4 |
| 1907 | CLE | AL | 18 | 14 | 38 | 34 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 280.3 | 254 | 64 | 85 | 110 | 2.05 | 331.9 |
| 1908 | CLE | AL | 15 | 16 | 38 | 26 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 262.0 | 222 | 64 | 81 | 146 | 2.20 | 2215.8 |
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 1 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 52.3 | 54 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 2.92 | -117.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 190 | 13 | 28 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 53 | 0.147 | 0.182 | 0.200 | 0.382 | -773.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | CLE | AL | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | CLE | AL | 38 | 87 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 0.161 | -436.7 |
| 1908 | CLE | AL | 38 | 80 | 4 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 0.175 | -336.6 |
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 12 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 90 | 66 | 28 | 184 | 9 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | CLE | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | CLE | P | 38 | 34 | 9 | 92 | 4 | 3 |
| 1908 | CLE | P | 38 | 26 | 14 | 78 | 4 | 4 |
| 1909 | CLE | P | 12 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 90 |