Arnold Umbach
Born: 12/6/1942 in Williamsburg, VA, USA
Died: 5/30/2020 in Auburn, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-10-03 | Final Game: 1966-07-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Arnold William Umbach
Biography
Arnold Umbach was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1964 to 1966. Born in 1942, Umbach made a brief but notable impact during the mid-1960s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball as teams began to embrace more specialized roles in pitching. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 1-2 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.12, showcasing his ability to limit runs during a time when offensive production was on the rise.
Despite his limited time in the majors, Umbach recorded 30 strikeouts, demonstrating his effectiveness on the mound. While he did not achieve a high number of saves, his contributions were significant in various game situations, reflecting the evolving strategies of baseball during that era. Umbach's career, although brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the depth of talent that has graced the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.0 | 51 | 17 | 1 | 22 | 30 | 3.12 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | ATL | NL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 3.24 | - |
| 1966 | ATL | NL | 0 | 2 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.7 | 40 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 3.10 | 309.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.300 | 0.125 | 0.425 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | ATL | NL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | ATL | NL | 22 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 23 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | ML1 | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | ATL | P | 22 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 23 |