Russ Miller
Born: 3/25/1900 in Etna, OH, USA
Died: 4/30/1962 in Bucyrus, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-09-24 | Final Game: 1928-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Russell Lewis Miller
Biography
Russ Miller, born in 1900, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1927 to 1928. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, Miller's career was marked by a challenging record of 1-13 and an earned run average of 5.4. Throughout his brief tenure in the majors, he recorded 23 strikeouts and earned 1 save, showcasing his ability to contribute in high-pressure situations, despite facing difficulties in securing victories.
Miller's career unfolded during the late 1920s, a time when Major League Baseball was transitioning into an era of increased offense and emerging talent. The changing dynamics of pitching strategies posed challenges for many hurlers of his time, and while his overall statistics may not reflect a dominant presence, Miller's dedication to the game and the experience he gained during his short stint in the majors left an imprint on his journey as a player. After retiring, he remained a part of baseball history, representing the perseverance and passion that characterized the sport during a transformative period.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 35 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 123.3 | 158 | 74 | 16 | 37 | 23 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 21 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 5.28 | -368.6 |
| 1928 | PHI | NL | 0 | 12 | 33 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 108.0 | 137 | 65 | 34 | 19 | 5.42 | -3233.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 30 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.194 | 0.167 | 0.360 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | PHI | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | PHI | NL | 36 | 27 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.148 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 35 | 0 | 6 | 30 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | PHI | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | PHI | P | 33 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | Columbus | OH | 1923, 1924, 1925 |