Les McCrabb, baseball player, 1939-1950

Les McCrabb

Born: 11/4/1914 in Wakefield, PA, USA

Died: 10/8/2008 in Lancaster, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1939-09-07 | Final Game: 1950-05-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Lester William McCrabb

Biography

Les McCrabb was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1914, who played in Major League Baseball from 1939 until 1950. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 10 wins and 15 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.96. McCrabb struck out 57 batters and recorded 2 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute not just as a starter but also in critical relief situations. Competing during a transitional period in baseball history, McCrabb's career spanned the tail end of the pre-war era and the immediate post-war years, a time marked by shifts in player dynamics and the evolving style of play. While he may not have achieved Hall of Fame status, McCrabb's contributions to his teams reflected the tenacity and spirit of players from that era, who often faced challenges both on and off the field in a rapidly changing society. His legacy is a testament to the many players who shaped the game during a pivotal time in its history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 15 38 27 13 1 2 210.0 270 139 24 63 57 5.96 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
38 74 2 9 2 0 0 5 0 0 20 0.122 0.122 0.149 0.270 -514.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 38 0 10 36 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 38