Michael McDermott

Michael McDermott was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1864, who played in the late 19th century during a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented style of play. His career spanned from September 2, 1889, to October 13, 1889, during which he made a notable, albeit brief, impact on the game. McDermott finished his career with a record of 1-8 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.16, showcasing the challenging conditions faced by pitchers of his time. Throughout his short career, McDermott struck out 22 batters, demonstrating his potential as a strikeout pitcher, even as he did not achieve overwhelming success in terms of wins. His lack of saves indicates that he primarily served as a starting pitcher during his tenure. McDermott's contributions to the game reflect the struggles and realities of a pitcher in an evolving baseball landscape, where the demands of the game were rapidly changing and the competition was fierce.