Ray Richmond

Ray Richmond was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1920 to 1921. Born in 1896, Richmond made his mark in a transitional era of baseball, just after the end of the deadball era and as the game began to embrace more offensive strategies. He played primarily in the early 1920s, a time when pitchers were still adapting to the changing dynamics of the game. During his brief career, Richmond compiled a record of 2-1, with an earned run average (ERA) of 8.62 across his appearances. He recorded a total of 10 strikeouts, showcasing glimpses of his potential as a strikeout pitcher, although he did not achieve any saves. While his statistical output may not reflect the dominant performances of some of his contemporaries, Richmond contributed to the fabric of the sport during a formative time in baseball history. His journey through the game serves as a reminder of the myriad players who shaped the early decades of professional baseball, even if their careers were short-lived.