Bris Lord
Active Player
Born: 9/21/1883 in Upland, PA, USA
Died: 11/13/1964 in Prince Frederick, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-04-21 | Final Game: 1913-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Bristol Robotham Lord
Biography
Bris Lord was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1905 to 1913. Born in 1883, Lord's career unfolded during a transformative period in the sport, as baseball was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 5-10 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.37. His pitching prowess was highlighted by a total of 108 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and compete against some of the era's most formidable hitters.
Although Lord did not achieve notable fame or extensive accolades, his contributions to the game during a challenging time for pitchers cannot be overlooked. With no recorded saves, Lord primarily focused on starting games and navigating the rigors of the pitching rotation. His career, while modest in terms of statistical achievements, reflects the dedication of many players of his era who laid the groundwork for future generations of baseball talent.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 10 | 49 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 131.7 | 129 | 64 | 17 | 43 | 108 | 4.37 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 2025 | WSH | NL | 5 | 10 | 48 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 130.7 | 126 | 63 | 43 | 108 | 4.34 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 742 | 2767 | 380 | 707 | 119 | 49 | 13 | 236 | 74 | 175 | 257 | 0.256 | 0.304 | 0.348 | 0.652 | -786.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | PHA | AL | 66 | 238 | 38 | 57 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 14 | 44 | 0.239 | -306.7 |
| 1906 | PHA | AL | 118 | 434 | 50 | 101 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 44 | 12 | 27 | 73 | 0.233 | -545.8 |
| 1907 | PHA | AL | 57 | 170 | 12 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 14 | 25 | 0.182 | -607.4 |
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 69 | 249 | 26 | 67 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 25 | 10 | 8 | 30 | 0.269 | -19.5 |
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 58 | 210 | 23 | 46 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 12 | 27 | 0.219 | -370.1 |
| 1910 | PHA | AL | 70 | 279 | 54 | 78 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 23 | 36 | 0.280 | -370.1 |
| 1911 | PHA | AL | 134 | 574 | 92 | 178 | 37 | 11 | 3 | 55 | 15 | 35 | 0 | 0.310 | 1274.4 |
| 1912 | PHA | AL | 97 | 378 | 63 | 90 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 25 | 15 | 34 | 0 | 0.238 | -713.1 |
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 73 | 235 | 22 | 59 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 26 | 7 | 8 | 22 | 0.251 | -155.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 69 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0.159 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | WS | PHA | 6 | 27 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.185 |
| 1910 | WS | PHA | 5 | 22 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 |
| 1905 | WS | PHA | 5 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0.100 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 713 | 406 | 1226 | 97 | 60 | 27 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | PHA | OF | 61 | 57 | 94 | 9 | 4 | 3 |
| 1906 | PHA | OF | 115 | 112 | 212 | 13 | 14 | 4 |
| 1907 | PHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | PHA | OF | 53 | 46 | 91 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 1909 | CLE | OF | 67 | 66 | 110 | 13 | 1 | 4 |
| 1910 | CLE | OF | 56 | 55 | 77 | 14 | 4 | 4 |
| 1910 | PHA | OF | 70 | 70 | 142 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 1911 | PHA | OF | 132 | 0 | 271 | 17 | 11 | 5 |
| 1912 | PHA | OF | 97 | 0 | 148 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| 1913 | BSN | OF | 62 | 0 | 81 | 4 | 8 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 316 |
| Center Field | 201 |
| Right Field | 205 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 4.0 | 64 | 0 |