Carl Lundgren
Born: 2/16/1880 in Marengo, IL, USA
Died: 8/21/1934 in Marengo, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1902-06-19 | Final Game: 1909-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Carl Leonard Lundgren
Biography
Carl Lundgren was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, with a career that spanned from 1902 to 1909. Born in 1880, Lundgren made his mark in an era characterized by its transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Over the course of his career, he compiled a solid win-loss record of 91-55, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound. His earned run average (ERA) of 2.42 underscored his ability to limit scoring and solidify his role as a reliable starter.
Lundgren was known for his competitive spirit and durability, striking out a total of 535 batters during his time in the league. Additionally, he contributed to his teams from the bullpen, finishing with 6 saves, a notable achievement for a pitcher of that era. His performance played a significant role in a period of baseball history that laid the groundwork for future generations of players, making him a noteworthy figure in the annals of the sport. After retiring in 1909, Lundgren left behind a legacy as one of the effective pitchers of his time, remembered for his contributions to the game during a pivotal era in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 55 | 179 | 149 | 125 | 19 | 6 | 1322.0 | 1129 | 355 | 16 | 476 | 535 | 2.42 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | CHC | NL | 9 | 9 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 160.0 | 158 | 35 | 45 | 68 | 1.97 | - |
| 1903 | CHC | NL | 11 | 9 | 27 | 20 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 193.0 | 191 | 63 | 60 | 67 | 2.94 | - |
| 1904 | CHC | NL | 17 | 9 | 31 | 27 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 242.0 | 203 | 70 | 77 | 106 | 2.60 | - |
| 1905 | CHC | NL | 13 | 5 | 23 | 19 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 169.3 | 132 | 42 | 53 | 69 | 2.23 | - |
| 1906 | CHC | NL | 17 | 6 | 27 | 24 | 21 | 5 | 2 | 207.7 | 160 | 51 | 89 | 103 | 2.21 | - |
| 1907 | CHC | NL | 18 | 7 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 7 | 0 | 207.0 | 130 | 27 | 92 | 84 | 1.17 | - |
| 1908 | CHC | NL | 6 | 9 | 23 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 138.7 | 149 | 65 | 56 | 38 | 4.22 | - |
| 1909 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4.15 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 183 | 460 | 32 | 72 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 26 | 4 | 36 | 133 | 0.157 | 0.219 | 0.187 | 0.406 | -2112.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | CHC | NL | 20 | 66 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 0.106 | -632.9 |
| 1903 | CHC | NL | 27 | 61 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 16 | 0.115 | -389.8 |
| 1904 | CHC | NL | 31 | 90 | 7 | 20 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 25 | 0.222 | -146.5 |
| 1905 | CHC | NL | 24 | 61 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0.180 | -228.1 |
| 1906 | CHC | NL | 28 | 67 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 22 | 0.179 | -170.2 |
| 1907 | CHC | NL | 28 | 66 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.106 | -545.3 |
| 1908 | CHC | NL | 23 | 47 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.149 | 0.0 |
| 1909 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 179 | 111 | 70 | 317 | 16 | 9 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | CHN | P | 18 | 0 | 8 | 27 | 5 | 2 |
| 1902 | CHN | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 1903 | CHN | P | 27 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 1 | 0 |
| 1904 | CHN | P | 31 | 27 | 21 | 56 | 4 | 2 |
| 1905 | CHN | P | 23 | 19 | 11 | 51 | 3 | 1 |
| 1906 | CHN | P | 27 | 24 | 10 | 53 | 1 | 2 |
| 1906 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1907 | CHN | P | 28 | 25 | 6 | 56 | 1 | 1 |
| 1908 | CHN | P | 23 | 15 | 6 | 34 | 1 | 1 |
| 1909 | CHN | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 179 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1899, 1900, 1901, 1902 |