Carl Sitton
Born: 9/22/1881 in Pendleton, SC, USA
Died: 9/11/1931 in Valdosta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-04-24 | Final Game: 1909-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Charles Vedder Sitton
Biography
Carl Sitton, born in 1881, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century. His career spanned from April 24, 1909, to September 2, 1909, during a time when the sport was experiencing a shift towards increased offensive production and the introduction of more sophisticated pitching techniques. Sitton made his mark in Major League Baseball with a record of 3-2, showcasing his potential on the mound.
With an earned run average (ERA) of 2.88 over the course of his brief career, Sitton demonstrated a solid ability to limit scoring, reflecting the competitive nature of pitching during his era. He recorded a total of 16 strikeouts, illustrating his capability to overpower batters despite the limited number of games he played. Although he did not achieve any saves, his contributions to his team's pitching staff were significant during his tenure. Sitton's brief but notable career remains a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history, highlighting the challenges and dynamics of the game in the early 1900s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 50 | 16 | 1 | 16 | 16 | 2.88 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 3 | 2 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 50 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 2.88 | -489.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.154 | 0.267 | 0.231 | 0.497 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 14 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 14 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CLE | P | 14 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Clemson | SC | 1901, 1902, 1903 |