Glenn Spencer
Born: 9/11/1905 in Corning, NY, USA
Died: 12/30/1958 in Binghamton, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-04-11 | Final Game: 1933-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Glenn Edward Spencer
Biography
Glenn Spencer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1928 to 1933. Born in 1905, Spencer made his debut during an era characterized by a transition in the game, as baseball was moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more offensive style. Throughout his career, he pitched in a total of 54 games, finishing with a win-loss record of 23-31 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.53. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded 162 strikeouts, alongside contributing 8 saves over his time in the league.
Spencer's playing style showcased the skills of a pitcher who was navigating the evolving landscape of baseball during the late 1920s and early 1930s. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to his teams were significant, particularly in an era where pitching depth was crucial. As the game continued to develop through the decades, Spencer's experiences and performances reflected the challenges and changes that defined the early years of modern baseball. His legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 31 | 139 | 44 | 22 | 2 | 8 | 534.0 | 588 | 269 | 37 | 201 | 162 | 4.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1.59 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | PIT | NL | 8 | 9 | 41 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 156.7 | 185 | 94 | 63 | 60 | 5.40 | -2013.1 |
| 1931 | PIT | NL | 11 | 12 | 38 | 18 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 186.7 | 180 | 71 | 65 | 51 | 3.42 | -613.1 |
| 1932 | PIT | NL | 4 | 8 | 39 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 137.7 | 167 | 76 | 44 | 35 | 4.97 | -1064.7 |
| 1933 | NY1 | NL | 0 | 2 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 47.3 | 52 | 27 | 26 | 14 | 5.13 | -1117.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 155 | 6 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 49 | 0.123 | 0.160 | 0.142 | 0.302 | -1204.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | PIT | NL | 41 | 53 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.113 | -644.2 |
| 1931 | PIT | NL | 38 | 52 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 0.096 | -560.1 |
| 1932 | PIT | NL | 39 | 37 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.162 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | NY1 | NL | 17 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 139 | 0 | 20 | 99 | 9 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | PIT | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | PIT | P | 41 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 3 | 1 |
| 1931 | PIT | P | 38 | 0 | 7 | 39 | 3 | 2 |
| 1932 | PIT | P | 39 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
| 1933 | NY1 | P | 17 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 139 |