Ray Phelps

Ray Phelps was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1930 until June 28, 1936. Born in 1903, Phelps made his mark during an era characterized by a transition in the game, as teams began to favor more specialized roles, including the emergence of relief pitchers. Over the course of his career, he accumulated a record of 33 wins and 35 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.93. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 190 strikeouts, and he also contributed to his teams with one save. Phelps's playing style reflected the gritty nature of the game during the 1930s, a time when pitchers were often required to complete games and endure high levels of competition. Though not a household name, his contributions to his teams during his playing years helped shape the landscape of pitching in a league that was increasingly recognizing the value of both starting and relief pitchers. After his retirement, Phelps's journey through the game remained a testament to the evolving strategies that defined baseball in the early 20th century.