Ron Nischwitz
Born: 7/1/1937 in Dayton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1961-09-04 | Final Game: 1965-09-19
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Ronald Lee Nischwitz
Biography
Ron Nischwitz was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1961 to 1965. Born in 1937, Nischwitz made his debut during an era characterized by a shift in the game’s dynamics, transitioning into a time where pitchers began to dominate the narrative. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 5-8 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.21, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level despite the challenges of the era.
Throughout his time in the majors, Nischwitz struck out 58 batters and tallied 6 saves, contributing to his teams' pitching staffs in a variety of roles. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, he played during a period when the game was evolving, and pitchers were increasingly relied upon to secure victories in tight contests. Though his career was relatively brief, Nischwitz's contributions on the field reflected the dedication and skill required to succeed in professional baseball. His legacy endures as part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 8 | 88 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 115.3 | 124 | 54 | 12 | 48 | 58 | 4.21 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 13 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 5.56 | -439.5 |
| 1962 | DET | AL | 4 | 5 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 64.7 | 73 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 3.90 | -87.9 |
| 1963 | CLE | AL | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16.7 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 6.48 | -669.0 |
| 1965 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 22.7 | 21 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 2.78 | 56.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | 18 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.278 | 0.278 | 0.389 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | DET | AL | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | DET | AL | 48 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.417 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | CLE | AL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | DET | AL | 20 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 88 | 1 | 7 | 20 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | DET | P | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1962 | DET | P | 48 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 1963 | CLE | P | 14 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1965 | DET | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 88 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | Columbus | OH | 1957, 1958 |