Phil Page
Born: 8/23/1905 in Springfield, MA, USA
Died: 6/27/1958 in Springfield, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-09-18 | Final Game: 1934-05-13
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Philippe Rausac Page
Biography
Phil Page was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1905, who played in Major League Baseball from 1928 until 1934. He made his debut during a transformative period in the sport, just before the advent of the Great Depression and the subsequent changes in the game that would come to define the era. Page's career unfolded over several seasons, during which he recorded a win-loss record of 3-3 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 6.23. His contributions on the mound included a total of 15 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters, although he did not secure any saves during his time in the league.
Despite not achieving standout statistics, Page's role as a pitcher during the early 1930s reflected the competitive nature of the game in a time when many teams were beginning to embrace more dynamic pitching styles. His career, which concluded on May 13, 1934, encapsulated a unique chapter in baseball history, as the sport was on the cusp of significant evolution, both in terms of player talent and the strategies employed on the field. Phil Page's legacy remains a part of the narrative of early 20th-century baseball, contributing to the rich tapestry of the sport's development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 31 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 69.3 | 86 | 48 | 4 | 44 | 15 | 6.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | DET | AL | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 22.0 | 21 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 2.45 | -317.3 |
| 1929 | DET | AL | 0 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 25.3 | 29 | 23 | 19 | 6 | 8.17 | -697.0 |
| 1930 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 23 | 13 | 9 | 2 | 9.75 | -508.5 |
| 1934 | BRO | NL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5.40 | -285.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 18 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | DET | AL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | DET | AL | 10 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | DET | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | BRO | NL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 31 | 0 | 9 | 16 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | DET | P | 3 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1929 | DET | P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | DET | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | BRO | P | 6 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 31 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | State College | PA | 1925, 1926, 1927 |