Dick Niehaus
Born: 10/24/1892 in Covington, KY, USA
Died: 3/12/1957 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-09 | Final Game: 1920-08-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Richard J. Niehaus
Biography
Dick Niehaus was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1913 to 1920. Born in 1892, Niehaus made his mark during an era that saw the transition from the deadball era to more offensive-minded play. He finished his career with a record of 4-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.77, showcasing a solid ability to control the game on the mound. Throughout his time in the majors, he struck out 43 batters and recorded 2 saves, contributing to his teams' efforts in a competitive league landscape.
Niehaus's career unfolded during a time when baseball was evolving, and his performances reflect the challenges and changes of the early 20th century game. While he may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a reliable pitcher in a developing league have secured him a place in baseball history. His legacy serves as a reminder of the dedication and craftsmanship required to succeed in the sport during that transformative period.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 45 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 126.7 | 128 | 53 | 4 | 59 | 43 | 3.77 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | STL | NL | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 20 | 11 | 13 | 4 | 4.12 | - |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 17.3 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 3.12 | - |
| 1915 | STL | NL | 2 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.3 | 48 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 3.97 | - |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 40.0 | 42 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 3.60 | 33.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 34 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 0.235 | 0.350 | 0.265 | 0.615 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | STL | NL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 8 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | STL | NL | 15 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 19 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 45 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | SLN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLN | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1915 | SLN | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| 1920 | CLE | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |