Fred Link
Born: 3/11/1886 in Columbus, OH, USA
Died: 5/22/1939 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-04-15 | Final Game: 1910-08-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Frederick Theodore Link
Biography
Fred Link was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1886, who played in the early 20th century during a transitional period in the sport. His career spanned from April 15, 1910, to August 25, 1910, a brief yet noteworthy time in which he made an impact on the mound. Link finished his career with a record of 5-7 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.3, showcasing his ability to compete in an era that was beginning to see the emergence of more specialized pitching roles.
Over the course of his short career, Link struck out 60 batters and recorded 1 save, indicating his capacity to deliver critical performances in high-pressure situations. While his time in the Major Leagues was limited, Link contributed to the evolving nature of pitching in baseball, as teams began to recognize the importance of both starting and relief pitchers. His presence on the field during this formative time in baseball history highlights the ongoing development of the sport and the players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 25 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 144.7 | 145 | 53 | 0 | 63 | 60 | 3.30 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 5 | 6 | 22 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 127.7 | 121 | 45 | 50 | 55 | 3.17 | -76.0 |
| 1910 | SLA | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 24 | 8 | 13 | 5 | 4.24 | -609.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 48 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 0.167 | 0.200 | 0.167 | 0.367 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 22 | 42 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1910 | SLA | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 25 | 16 | 4 | 42 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | P | 22 | 13 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 0 |
| 1910 | SLA | P | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 25 |