Cy Seymour, baseball player, 1896-1913

Cy Seymour

Born: 12/9/1872 in Albany, NY, USA

Died: 9/20/1919 in New York, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1896-04-22 | Final Game: 1913-07-17

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: James Bentley Seymour

Biography

Cy Seymour was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1872, he made his professional debut on April 22, 1896, and continued to compete until July 17, 1913. Over the course of his career, Seymour compiled a record of 61 wins and 56 losses, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.73. He recorded a total of 591 strikeouts and achieved one save, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound during an era that was characterized by a transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Seymour's playing style was marked by his versatility, as he not only contributed significantly as a pitcher but also made an impact as an outfielder. His ability to excel in multiple roles made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, he exemplified the gritty determination typical of players from his era, often battling through the challenges that came with the evolving strategies of baseball. As a key figure during a transformative period in the sport, Cy Seymour's contributions have solidified his place in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
61 56 141 124 105 6 1 1038.0 954 430 25 659 591 3.73 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1529 5686 737 1724 229 96 52 799 222 354 361 0.303 0.347 0.405 0.752 16416.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 5 0 32 2 8 3
2B 1 0 1 1 0 0
3B 2 0 1 5 1 0
OF 1333 856 2855 188 177 52
P 141 0 63 339 66 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 141
First Base 5
Second Base 1
Third Base 2
Left Field 20
Center Field 1096
Right Field 224