Hi West
Born: 8/8/1884 in Roseville, IL, USA
Died: 5/24/1963 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-09-08 | Final Game: 1911-07-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: James Hiram West
Biography
Hi West was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1884, whose career spanned from 1905 to 1911. He played in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the lively ball era, a time when pitching was crucial to a team's success. West exhibited solid skills on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 5 wins and 6 losses, an ERA of 3.87, and a total of 32 strikeouts. He also contributed to his teams with one save, showcasing his ability to close out games in high-pressure situations.
During his time in Major League Baseball, West played for several teams, making a name for himself as a reliable pitcher. While his career statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, his presence on the mound and ability to navigate through the evolving game of baseball contributed to the rich history of the sport during the early 20th century. After retiring from professional play on July 2, 1911, West remained a part of baseball's legacy, representing the dedicated athletes who laid the groundwork for future generations of pitchers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 19 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 97.7 | 127 | 42 | 1 | 28 | 32 | 3.87 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | CLE | AL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 33.0 | 43 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 4.09 | 21.5 |
| 1911 | CLE | AL | 3 | 4 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 64.7 | 84 | 27 | 18 | 17 | 3.76 | -85.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 36 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.139 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | CLE | AL | 6 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1911 | CLE | AL | 13 | 23 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 19 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | CLE | P | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1911 | CLE | P | 13 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knox College | Galesburg | IL | 1905 |