Mike Lynch
Born: 6/28/1880 in Holyoke, MA, USA
Died: 4/2/1927 in Garrison, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-06-21 | Final Game: 1907-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Michael Joseph Lynch
Biography
Mike Lynch was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1904 to 1907. Born in 1880, Lynch made a name for himself during a transitional period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era towards a time of greater offensive output. He showcased his talents primarily with a strong pitching repertoire that earned him a career record of 43 wins and 32 losses. Over his four-season career, Lynch maintained a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.05, demonstrating his ability to keep opposing teams at bay.
Lynch struck out a total of 292 batters, a noteworthy achievement that reflected his skill and effectiveness on the mound. While he recorded only three saves throughout his career, his contributions as a starting pitcher were significant during the early years of the 20th century. Known for his competitive spirit and strategic approach to pitching, Lynch's impact on the game resonated during an era marked by the evolving strategies of baseball, making him a notable figure in the annals of the sportโs history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 32 | 97 | 72 | 53 | 1 | 3 | 656.0 | 597 | 222 | 9 | 281 | 292 | 3.05 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 15 | 11 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 222.7 | 200 | 67 | 91 | 95 | 2.71 | -2292.7 |
| 1905 | PIT | NL | 17 | 8 | 33 | 22 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 206.3 | 191 | 87 | 107 | 106 | 3.79 | -2659.6 |
| 1906 | PIT | NL | 6 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 119.0 | 101 | 32 | 31 | 48 | 2.42 | -323.0 |
| 1907 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 72.0 | 68 | 27 | 30 | 34 | 3.38 | -960.4 |
| 1907 | PIT | NL | 2 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 37 | 9 | 22 | 9 | 2.25 | -993.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 246 | 23 | 50 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 12 | 59 | 0.203 | 0.240 | 0.256 | 0.496 | -637.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 28 | 87 | 6 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 0.230 | -104.5 |
| 1905 | PIT | NL | 33 | 81 | 12 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 0.136 | -532.6 |
| 1906 | PIT | NL | 18 | 39 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | NY1 | NL | 12 | 27 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.296 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | PIT | NL | 7 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 97 | 72 | 38 | 168 | 10 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | P | 27 | 24 | 11 | 49 | 6 | 1 |
| 1905 | PIT | P | 33 | 22 | 16 | 53 | 3 | 2 |
| 1906 | PIT | P | 18 | 12 | 4 | 31 | 1 | 1 |
| 1907 | NY1 | P | 12 | 10 | 5 | 18 | 0 | 3 |
| 1907 | PIT | P | 7 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 97 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Providence | RI | 1899, 1900, 1901, 1903 |