Nels Potter

Nels Potter was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1936 to 1949. Born in 1911, Potter established himself as a competent hurler during a transitional period in the game, which saw the tail end of the deadball era and the emergence of a more offensive style of play. Throughout his career, he amassed a record of 92 wins and 97 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.99. Known for his durability and versatility, Potter notched 747 strikeouts and recorded 22 saves, demonstrating both his ability to start games and to perform in high-pressure situations. Potter's tenure in the majors coincided with a time of significant change in baseball, including the integration of African American players and the evolving strategies of pitching and hitting. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions on the mound helped to solidify the pitching staff of various teams during his career. After retiring in 1949, he left behind a legacy defined by resilience and a competitive spirit, marking his place in the history of the game as a reliable pitcher who navigated the challenges of a dynamic era in baseball.