Doc Newton
Born: 10/26/1877 in Mount Carmel, IN, USA
Died: 5/14/1931 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1900-04-27 | Final Game: 1909-05-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Eustace James Newton
Biography
Doc Newton was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1900 to 1909. Born in 1877, Newton made his mark in an era when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive style. Over his career, he compiled a record of 54-72, showcasing his resilience on the mound despite the challenges of competing against some of the era's most formidable hitters. With an earned run average (ERA) of 3.22, Newton demonstrated a solid ability to manage runs and keep games competitive.
Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Newton tallied 503 strikeouts and secured 3 saves, indicating his capacity not only as a starter but also as a reliable option in tight game situations. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant during a formative time in baseball history, as the sport began to evolve rapidly both in terms of gameplay and the growing popularity among fans. Although not a household name today, Doc Newton's career reflects the dedication and skill of pitchers who laid the groundwork for future generations in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 72 | 178 | 139 | 99 | 8 | 3 | 1201.7 | 1179 | 430 | 17 | 416 | 503 | 3.22 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | CIN | NL | 9 | 15 | 36 | 27 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 235.7 | 255 | 108 | 100 | 89 | 4.12 | -147.0 |
| 1901 | BRO | NL | 6 | 5 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 105.0 | 110 | 33 | 30 | 45 | 2.83 | 638.5 |
| 1901 | CIN | NL | 4 | 13 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 168.3 | 190 | 77 | 59 | 65 | 4.12 | -1886.3 |
| 1902 | BRO | NL | 15 | 14 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 4 | 2 | 264.3 | 208 | 71 | 87 | 107 | 2.42 | 717.7 |
| 1905 | NYY | AL | 2 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 59.7 | 61 | 14 | 24 | 15 | 2.11 | - |
| 1906 | NYY | AL | 7 | 5 | 21 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 125.0 | 118 | 44 | 33 | 52 | 3.17 | - |
| 1907 | NYY | AL | 7 | 10 | 19 | 15 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 133.0 | 132 | 47 | 31 | 70 | 3.18 | - |
| 1908 | NYY | AL | 4 | 5 | 23 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 88.3 | 78 | 29 | 41 | 49 | 2.95 | - |
| 1909 | NYY | AL | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 22.3 | 27 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 2.82 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | 436 | 43 | 75 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 34 | 6 | 31 | 129 | 0.172 | 0.227 | 0.188 | 0.415 | -1711.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | CIN | NL | 36 | 86 | 11 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 26 | 0.198 | -479.9 |
| 1901 | BRO | NL | 13 | 41 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.220 | 0.0 |
| 1901 | CIN | NL | 20 | 69 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
| 1902 | BRO | NL | 33 | 109 | 7 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 22 | 0.174 | -595.3 |
| 1905 | NYY | AL | 11 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
| 1906 | NYY | AL | 21 | 41 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.220 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | NYY | AL | 19 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 0.108 | 0.0 |
| 1908 | NYY | AL | 23 | 25 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 1909 | NYY | AL | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| P | 178 | 54 | 41 | 333 | 53 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | CIN | P | 36 | 0 | 6 | 50 | 10 | 0 |
| 1901 | BRO | P | 13 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 5 | 2 |
| 1901 | CIN | P | 20 | 0 | 8 | 52 | 13 | 1 |
| 1902 | BRO | P | 31 | 0 | 9 | 58 | 3 | 1 |
| 1902 | BRO | 1B | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1905 | NYA | P | 11 | 7 | 1 | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| 1906 | NYA | P | 21 | 15 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 1 |
| 1907 | NYA | P | 19 | 15 | 6 | 43 | 4 | 2 |
| 1908 | NYA | P | 23 | 13 | 2 | 27 | 3 | 0 |
| 1909 | NYA | P | 4 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 178 |
| First Base | 2 |