Al Mamaux
Born: 5/30/1894 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 12/31/1962 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-23 | Final Game: 1924-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Albert Leon Mamaux
Biography
Al Mamaux, born in 1894, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1913 to 1924. He made a name for himself during an era that was transitioning from the deadball style of play to a more offense-oriented game. Over the course of his career, Mamaux compiled a record of 76 wins and 67 losses, with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.9. His ability to dominate hitters was evident in his 625 strikeouts, showcasing his skill and effectiveness on the mound. Additionally, he contributed to his teams' successes by recording 10 saves, reflecting his versatility as a pitcher.
Mamaux played for several teams throughout his career, most notably for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Brooklyn Robins. He was known for his competitive spirit and strategic pitching approach, which allowed him to excel in a league that was increasingly favoring batters. His contributions to the game were significant, as he navigated the challenges of a changing baseball landscape and left a lasting impact on the teams he represented. Mamaux's legacy is remembered by baseball historians and enthusiasts who appreciate the artistry of pitching during the early 20th century.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 67 | 254 | 140 | 78 | 15 | 10 | 1293.0 | 1138 | 416 | 22 | 511 | 625 | 2.90 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 5 | 2 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 63.0 | 41 | 12 | 24 | 30 | 1.71 | -33.8 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 21 | 8 | 38 | 31 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 251.7 | 182 | 57 | 96 | 152 | 2.04 | 1958.9 |
| 1916 | PIT | NL | 21 | 15 | 45 | 38 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 310.0 | 264 | 87 | 136 | 163 | 2.53 | -616.4 |
| 1917 | PIT | NL | 2 | 11 | 16 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 85.7 | 92 | 50 | 50 | 22 | 5.25 | -2346.4 |
| 1918 | BRO | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | BRO | NL | 10 | 12 | 30 | 22 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 199.3 | 174 | 59 | 66 | 80 | 2.66 | 1015.5 |
| 1920 | BRO | NL | 12 | 8 | 41 | 18 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 190.7 | 172 | 57 | 63 | 101 | 2.69 | 2863.2 |
| 1921 | BRO | NL | 3 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 43.0 | 36 | 15 | 13 | 21 | 3.14 | 679.1 |
| 1922 | BRO | NL | 1 | 4 | 37 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 87.7 | 97 | 36 | 33 | 35 | 3.70 | -854.5 |
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 8.31 | 143.3 |
| 1924 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.0 | 44 | 24 | 20 | 12 | 5.68 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 422 | 39 | 77 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 27 | 90 | 0.182 | 0.235 | 0.227 | 0.463 | -1751.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 13 | 20 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 38 | 92 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 0.163 | -642.6 |
| 1916 | PIT | NL | 45 | 110 | 13 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.191 | -502.5 |
| 1917 | PIT | NL | 16 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | BRO | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | BRO | NL | 30 | 63 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0.175 | -275.3 |
| 1920 | BRO | NL | 41 | 60 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0.167 | -331.1 |
| 1921 | BRO | NL | 12 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1922 | BRO | NL | 37 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | NYY | AL | 14 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | WS | BRO | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4.50 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | WS | BRO | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4.50 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 254 | 0 | 33 | 327 | 15 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | PIT | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | PIT | P | 13 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| 1915 | PIT | P | 38 | 0 | 5 | 48 | 2 | 2 |
| 1916 | PIT | P | 45 | 0 | 7 | 82 | 1 | 1 |
| 1917 | PIT | P | 16 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 0 |
| 1918 | BRO | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1919 | BRO | P | 30 | 0 | 4 | 56 | 3 | 0 |
| 1920 | BRO | P | 41 | 0 | 6 | 46 | 3 | 1 |
| 1921 | BRO | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| 1922 | BRO | P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | BRO | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1924 | NYA | P | 14 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 254 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | P2 |
| 1915 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | P2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | Pittsburgh | PA | 1911, 1912 |