Eddie Yuhas
Born: 8/5/1924 in Youngstown, OH, USA
Died: 7/6/1986 in Winston-Salem, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-04-17 | Final Game: 1953-04-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: John Edward Yuhas
Biography
Eddie Yuhas was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for a brief period from 1952 to 1953. Born in 1924, Yuhas made a notable impact during his time in the league, finishing his career with a record of 12-2 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.87. His pitching prowess was complemented by his ability to close games, as he recorded 6 saves and struck out 39 batters over the course of his career.
Yuhas' tenure in the league occurred during a transformative era in baseball as the sport began to evolve with the integration of players and the emergence of new pitching techniques. Despite his relatively short career, Yuhas left an indelible mark with his effective pitching style, showcasing a competitive spirit that resonated with fans and teammates alike. His contributions to the game, though concise, reflect the dedication and talent that characterized many players of his generation.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 2 | 56 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 100.3 | 93 | 32 | 5 | 35 | 39 | 2.87 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | STL | NL | 12 | 2 | 54 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 99.3 | 90 | 30 | 35 | 39 | 2.72 | - |
| 1953 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.190 | 0.261 | 0.238 | 0.499 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | STL | NL | 54 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | STL | NL | 2 | 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 | 56 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | SLN | P | 54 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| 1953 | SLN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 56 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 31th | 5.0 | 336 | 0 |