Cyclone Miller
Born: 9/24/1859 in Springfield, MA, USA
Died: 10/13/1916 in New London, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-07-11 | Final Game: 1886-10-14
Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Joseph Miller
Biography
Cyclone Miller, born in 1859, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a period characterized by the evolution of the game as it transitioned from the deadball era to a more modern style. His career spanned from July 11, 1884, to October 14, 1886, during which he made a notable impact on the mound. Miller finished his career with a record of 13-11 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.04, showcasing his ability to effectively control the game and limit opposing teams' scoring opportunities.
Miller recorded 125 strikeouts throughout his career, underscoring his proficiency in overpowering hitters, a skill that was critical in an era when pitching styles were beginning to diversify. Although he did not earn any saves, his contributions as a starting pitcher were significant at a time when baseball was still establishing its identity in American sports. Cyclone Miller's legacy lies in his role as a part of the foundational years of professional baseball, contributing to the sport's growth and popularity during its formative years.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 11 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 222.3 | 215 | 75 | 11 | 76 | 125 | 3.04 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | CHU | UA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 1.00 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 17 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 10.00 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | PRO | NL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 34.7 | 36 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 2.08 | -371.5 |
| 1886 | PH4 | AA | 10 | 8 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 169.7 | 158 | 56 | 59 | 99 | 2.97 | -608.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 97 | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 0.113 | 0.239 | 0.134 | 0.373 | -194.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | CHU | UA | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | PHI | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | PRO | NL | 6 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.043 | 0.0 |
| 1886 | PH4 | AA | 21 | 66 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 0.136 | -194.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 27 | 0 | 4 | 46 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | CHU | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | PRO | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | PRO | OF | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1886 | PH4 | P | 19 | 0 | 4 | 33 | 0 | 1 |
| 1886 | PH4 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1886 | PH4 | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 27 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Right Field | 5 |