Larry Yellen
Born: 1/4/1943 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 7/18/2023 in Union City, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-09-26 | Final Game: 1964-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Lawrence Alan Yellen
Biography
Larry Yellen, born in 1943, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from 1963 to 1964. Primarily serving as a position player, Yellen made a notable but fleeting impact in the league, participating in 14 games during his time in the majors. Despite the challenges of making a name for oneself in the competitive environment of professional baseball, Yellen's journey reflects the aspirations of many who strive for success on the diamond.
During his career, Yellen faced the typical struggles associated with emerging players in the early 1960s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive style of play. Unfortunately, he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0 and zero stolen bases. Although his statistical performance may not reflect the achievements of more prominent players, Yellen's presence in the game contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the myriad of players who have aspired to excel in America’s pastime.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.0 | 34 | 18 | 4 | 11 | 12 | 6.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3.60 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.0 | 27 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 6.86 | -1092.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | HOU | NL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | HOU | NL | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 14 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | HOU | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | HOU | P | 13 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter College - The City University of New York | New York | NY | 1962 |