Doc Watson
Born: 1/30/1885 in Carroll County, OH, USA
Died: 12/30/1949 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-03 | Final Game: 1915-09-21
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Charles John Watson
Biography
Doc Watson was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned the early 20th century, from 1913 to 1915. Born in 1885, Watson made a name for himself during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Over his brief tenure in Major League Baseball, he compiled a record of 22 wins and 21 losses, showcasing his competitive spirit on the mound. With an earned run average (ERA) of 2.7, Watson demonstrated exceptional skill in limiting runs, a testament to his effectiveness as a pitcher in an era when offense was often hard to come by.
In addition to his win-loss record, Watson recorded 133 strikeouts and secured one save throughout his career, contributing to his team's efforts in critical moments. His ability to strike out batters underscored a pitching style that combined precision with an understanding of the game. Although his career was relatively short, Doc Watson remains a notable figure in baseball history, representing the challenges and triumphs faced by pitchers during a transformative time in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 21 | 69 | 46 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 372.7 | 326 | 112 | 4 | 137 | 133 | 2.70 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CHC | NL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1.00 | - |
| 1914 | CHF | FL | 9 | 8 | 26 | 18 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 172.0 | 145 | 39 | 49 | 69 | 2.04 | 884.9 |
| 1914 | SLF | FL | 3 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 56.0 | 41 | 12 | 24 | 18 | 1.93 | -801.2 |
| 1915 | SLF | FL | 9 | 9 | 33 | 20 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 135.7 | 132 | 60 | 58 | 45 | 3.98 | -1089.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 112 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 46 | 0.107 | 0.153 | 0.116 | 0.269 | -542.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CHC | NL | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | CHF | FL | 26 | 54 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 0.093 | -542.5 |
| 1914 | SLF | FL | 9 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.125 | -542.5 |
| 1915 | SLF | FL | 33 | 40 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 69 | 0 | 9 | 84 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CHN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | CHF | P | 26 | 0 | 3 | 49 | 2 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLF | P | 9 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | SLF | P | 33 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 69 |