Rube Peters
Born: 3/15/1885 in Grantfork, IL, USA
Died: 2/7/1965 in Pompton Plains, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-04-13 | Final Game: 1914-09-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Otto Casper Peters
Biography
Rube Peters, born in 1885, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century, a time marked by the transition from the Deadball Era to a more offense-oriented style of play. Peters' career spanned from 1912 to 1914, during which he showcased his skills on the mound in the Major Leagues. He finished his career with a record of 7-8, an earned run average of 4.06, and a total of 52 strikeouts. Although he did not register any saves, his contributions to his teams were notable in a period when pitchers were relied upon to endure lengthy outings.
Peters' playing style was characterized by his ability to manage games and keep opposing batters at bay, which was crucial during a time when pitching dominated the game. While his overall statistics may not reflect the achievements of some of his contemporaries, his role in the evolution of pitching strategy during the early 1900s remains a part of baseball history. After retiring in 1914, Peters left behind a legacy that contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport during a pivotal era in its development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 8 | 39 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 146.3 | 186 | 66 | 3 | 49 | 52 | 4.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHW | AL | 5 | 6 | 28 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 108.7 | 134 | 50 | 33 | 39 | 4.14 | - |
| 1914 | BRF | FL | 2 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 37.7 | 52 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 3.82 | -435.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 42 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.205 | 0.190 | 0.395 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHW | AL | 28 | 31 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | BRF | FL | 11 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 39 | 0 | 8 | 64 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHA | P | 28 | 0 | 6 | 52 | 3 | 3 |
| 1914 | BRF | P | 11 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 39 |