Andrew Messenger
Born: 2/1/1898 in Grand Blanc, MI, USA
Died: 11/4/1971 in Lansing, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-07-31 | Final Game: 1924-08-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Andrew Warren Messenger
Biography
Andrew Messenger was a professional baseball pitcher who played briefly in the early 20th century. Born in 1898, he made his mark in the Major Leagues during a short tenure from July 31, 1924, to August 28, 1924. Despite the limited duration of his career, Messenger managed to secure a record of 2-0, showcasing his ability to perform effectively on the mound. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 4.32, and he recorded a total of 4 strikeouts during his time in the league.
Competing in the post-Deadball Era, Messenger's contributions on the field reflected a period of transition in baseball, as the game was beginning to embrace a more offensive style. With no saves recorded, his role primarily involved starting and providing solid innings for his team. While his career was brief and statistics modest, Messenger's time in Major League Baseball represents a snapshot of the sport's evolution during the 1920s, a decade that would soon see the rise of legendary figures and the eventual explosion of the home run.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 28 | 12 | 4 | 14 | 4 | 4.32 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CLE | AL | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 28 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 4.32 | -1529.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CLE | AL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CLE | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |