Elmer Myers
Born: 3/2/1894 in York Springs, PA, USA
Died: 7/29/1976 in Collingswood, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-10-06 | Final Game: 1922-04-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Elmer Glenn Myers
Biography
Elmer Myers was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1915 to 1922. Born in 1894, Myers made his Major League Baseball debut during a transformative period in the sport, as it was evolving from the deadball era into an age characterized by more dynamic offensive play. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 55 wins and 72 losses, showcasing his determination and resilience on the mound. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.06 and a total of 428 strikeouts, Myers established himself as a notable figure in the league during his playing days.
Myers' career included appearances in various teams, where he was known for his competitive spirit and ability to navigate the challenges of pitching in a league that was becoming increasingly challenging for hurlers. He also recorded 7 saves, highlighting his capability as a reliable option in late-game situations. While not a household name, Elmer Myers contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball, playing a role in the evolution of the game as it moved towards a more offensive-centric era. His legacy is remembered among those who appreciate the history and development of baseball pitching.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.250 | .000 | 0.250 |
Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 9.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.250 | .000 | 0.250 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Pitching
| Season | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 9.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 72 | 185 | 127 | 78 | 8 | 7 | 1102.0 | 1148 | 497 | 30 | 440 | 428 | 4.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | PHA | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9.0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | PHA | AL | 14 | 23 | 44 | 35 | 31 | 2 | 1 | 315.0 | 280 | 128 | 168 | 182 | 3.66 | -3922.2 |
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 9 | 16 | 38 | 23 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 201.7 | 221 | 99 | 79 | 88 | 4.42 | -450.8 |
| 1918 | PHA | AL | 4 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 95.3 | 101 | 49 | 42 | 17 | 4.63 | -2683.9 |
| 1919 | CLE | AL | 8 | 7 | 23 | 15 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 134.7 | 134 | 56 | 43 | 38 | 3.74 | -1147.1 |
| 1920 | BOS | AL | 9 | 1 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 97.0 | 90 | 23 | 24 | 34 | 2.13 | 1165.8 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 2 | 4 | 16 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 71.7 | 93 | 38 | 23 | 16 | 4.77 | -285.9 |
| 1921 | BOS | AL | 8 | 12 | 30 | 20 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 172.0 | 217 | 93 | 53 | 40 | 4.87 | -2394.5 |
| 1922 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 10 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 17.47 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 194 | 412 | 37 | 93 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 37 | 4 | 13 | 65 | 0.226 | 0.249 | 0.274 | 0.524 | -1098.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | PHA | AL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | PHA | AL | 53 | 126 | 9 | 27 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 26 | 0.214 | -467.6 |
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 38 | 73 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 0.247 | -156.1 |
| 1918 | PHA | AL | 18 | 35 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | CLE | AL | 23 | 46 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.239 | -35.2 |
| 1920 | BOS | AL | 12 | 38 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 16 | 25 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | BOS | AL | 30 | 65 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.215 | -440.0 |
| 1922 | BOS | AL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 185 | 0 | 65 | 325 | 18 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | PHA | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1916 | PHA | P | 44 | 0 | 16 | 106 | 5 | 4 |
| 1917 | PHA | P | 38 | 0 | 15 | 60 | 4 | 0 |
| 1918 | PHA | P | 18 | 0 | 4 | 35 | 2 | 3 |
| 1919 | CLE | P | 23 | 0 | 12 | 38 | 1 | 1 |
| 1920 | BOS | P | 12 | 0 | 6 | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| 1920 | CLE | P | 16 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 2 | 0 |
| 1921 | BOS | P | 30 | 0 | 7 | 45 | 1 | 4 |
| 1922 | BOS | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 185 |