Gerard Lipscomb
Born: 2/24/1911 in Rutherfordton, NC, USA
Died: 2/27/1978 in Huntersville, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-23 | Final Game: 1937-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Gerard Lipscomb was a professional baseball player born in 1911, who made his mark in the sport during a brief career that spanned the 1937 season. Lipscomb played as a position player, appearing in 36 games where he showcased his hitting ability, finishing with a batting average of .323. Over the course of his career, he recorded 31 hits and drove in 8 runs, although he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases.
Lipscomb's tenure in Major League Baseball occurred during a time when the game was transitioning, with the late 1930s witnessing the rise of more dynamic playing styles and the increasing importance of both power and speed. Despite his limited time in the league, Lipscomb's impressive batting average reflects his capability as a solid hitter and a valuable contributor to his team's offense during his short-lived career. His performance remains a noteworthy chapter in baseball history, representing the perseverance and talent of players who competed in the era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 6.52 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | SLA | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 6.52 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 96 | 11 | 31 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 0.323 | 0.398 | 0.438 | 0.836 | 229.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | SLA | AL | 36 | 96 | 11 | 31 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 0.323 | 229.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 27 | 0 | 73 | 82 | 6 | 28 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | SLA | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | SLA | 2B | 27 | 0 | 73 | 82 | 6 | 28 |
| 1937 | SLA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 3 |
| Second Base | 27 |
| Third Base | 1 |