George Spencer, baseball player, 1950-1960

George Spencer

Born: 7/7/1926 in Columbus, OH, USA

Died: 9/10/2014 in Galena, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1950-08-17 | Final Game: 1960-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: George Elwell Spencer

Biography

George Spencer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1950 until his retirement in 1960. Born in 1926, Spencer's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the post-World War II boom and the early stages of integration in the sport. He showcased his talents primarily as a reliable pitcher, finishing his career with a record of 16-10 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.05. Over his tenure, he struck out 82 batters and recorded 9 saves, contributing significantly to his team's efforts on the mound. Spencer's playing style was characterized by his ability to maintain composure under pressure, making him a valuable asset in high-stakes situations. His contributions came during a time when the game was evolving, with players beginning to utilize more strategic approaches, particularly in pitching. Although he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Spencer's consistent performance and resilience marked him as a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history. His legacy remains a testament to the dedication and skill of pitchers in the mid-20th century.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
16 10 122 9 3 0 9 251.3 228 113 40 106 82 4.05 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
122 50 4 6 0 0 0 3 0 3 21 0.120 0.170 0.120 0.290 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1951 WS NY1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 0 2 0 0 3.3 6 7 3 0 18.90

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1951 WS NY1 0 0 2 0 0 3.3 6 7 3 0 18.90

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 122 0 20 54 5 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 122

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
The Ohio State University Columbus OH 1947