Al Neiger
Born: 3/26/1939 in Wilmington, DE, USA
Died: 10/3/2022 in Wilmington, DE, USA
MLB Debut: 1960-07-30 | Final Game: 1960-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Alvin Edward Neiger
Biography
Al Neiger, born in 1939, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but noteworthy mark in Major League Baseball. His career spanned from July 30, 1960, to September 28, 1960, during which he played as a position player. Neiger appeared in a total of six games at the highest level, where he recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.5. Despite the limited number of games, his presence on the field during this era contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Neiger's time in the majors came during a transitional phase in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the integration of players and changing playing styles. While his statistics may not reflect a long or impactful career, they underscore the reality that many players experienced brief stints in the league, often providing depth and resilience to their teams. Al Neiger's journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in America's pastime, even if only for a fleeting moment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5.68 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 5.68 | -542.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | PHI | NL | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | PHI | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Delaware | Newark | DE | 1958, 1959 |