Al Yeargin
Born: 10/16/1901 in Mauldin, SC, USA
Died: 5/8/1937 in Greenville, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-10-01 | Final Game: 1924-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: James Almond Yeargin
Biography
Al Yeargin was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1901, who played in Major League Baseball from 1922 until 1924. Making his debut during an era that was transitioning from the deadball period to a more dynamic style of play, Yeargin faced the challenges of competing against some of the best hitters of his time. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-12, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.91, showcasing both the difficulties and the competitive nature of pitching in the early 20th century.
Over his brief tenure in the majors, Yeargin accumulated a total of 35 strikeouts. Despite not achieving significant accolades, his contributions to the teams he played for reflect the perseverance and dedication required to compete at the highest level of baseball. While his career statistics may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers, Al Yeargin remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who pursued their dreams during a formative era in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 33 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 148.3 | 167 | 81 | 8 | 44 | 35 | 4.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | BSN | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1.29 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | BSN | NL | 1 | 11 | 32 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 141.3 | 162 | 80 | 42 | 34 | 5.09 | -405.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 45 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.133 | 0.170 | 0.178 | 0.348 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | BSN | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | BSN | NL | 32 | 42 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 33 | 0 | 11 | 52 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | BSN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1924 | BSN | P | 32 | 0 | 11 | 50 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 33 |