Buster Ross, baseball player, 1924-1926

Buster Ross

Born: 3/11/1903 in Kuttawa, KY, USA

Died: 4/24/1982 in Mayfield, KY, USA

MLB Debut: 1924-06-15 | Final Game: 1926-05-13

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Chester Franklin Ross

Biography

Buster Ross was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1903, who played in Major League Baseball from 1924 to 1926. Over the course of his brief career, Ross accumulated a win-loss record of 7-12 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.01. His pitching style was characterized by a solid work ethic and a determination to compete at the highest level, traits that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. During his time in the league, Ross was known for his ability to strike out batters, recording a total of 31 strikeouts, and he also notched one save. While his career was short-lived, ending on May 13, 1926, Ross contributed to the game during a period when baseball was evolving and gaining popularity in the United States. His experiences on the mound reflect the challenges and competition faced by pitchers of his era, making his legacy a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
7 12 64 10 1 1 1 190.3 233 106 12 74 31 5.01 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
64 50 3 8 2 0 0 1 0 5 18 0.160 0.236 0.200 0.436 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 64 0 5 41 5 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 64