Eddie O'Brien, baseball player, 1953-1958

Eddie O'Brien

Born: 12/11/1930 in South Amboy, NJ, USA

Died: 2/21/2014 in Seattle, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1953-04-25 | Final Game: 1958-04-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Edward Joseph O'Brien

Biography

Eddie O'Brien was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1930, who played in Major League Baseball from 1953 to 1958. Throughout his career, he made a modest but memorable impact on the game, showcasing his skills as a reliable arm during a time when the sport was beginning to evolve from the post-war era into a more competitive landscape. O'Brien finished his career with a record of 1-0, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.31, and recorded a total of 11 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to navigate challenging hitters while contributing to his team's efforts on the mound. O'Brien's playing style was characterized by a solid understanding of pitching mechanics and a strategic approach to facing batters. Despite not amassing a large number of wins or saves, his contributions were appreciated by teammates and coaches alike. He played during a transitional period in baseball, where the strategies of the game were shifting, and his presence on the roster reflected the depth of talent within the league. Although he may not be a household name, Eddie O'Brien's dedication and performance in the 1950s left a lasting impression on those who followed the game during his era.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
1 0 5 1 1 0 0 16.3 16 6 3 4 11 3.31 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
231 554 64 131 10 4 0 25 11 37 45 0.236 0.288 0.269 0.557 -2316.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 2 0 1 0 0 0
3B 11 4 8 8 2 0
OF 62 56 134 8 1 1
P 5 1 0 2 0 1
SS 108 19 161 264 26 53

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 5
Second Base 2
Third Base 10
Shortstop 108
Left Field 7
Center Field 57

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Seattle University Seattle WA 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953