Lefty Capers

Born: 10/10/1906 in Savannah, GA, USA

Died: 1/15/1961 in Boston, MA, USA

Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 189 lbs

Full name: Harold Haywood Capers

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Biography

Lefty Capers, born in 1906, is an active pitcher known for his unique left-handed throwing style and competitive spirit on the mound. With a career record of 6-4, Capers showcases a solid performance, highlighted by an earned run average (ERA) of 3.86. His ability to strike out batters is evident in his total of 19 strikeouts, demonstrating his effectiveness in key situations. While he has not recorded any saves, his contributions to his team are significant, particularly in high-leverage appearances where he often takes the ball in crucial moments. Playing in an era that continues to evolve, Capers embodies the resilience and adaptability required of modern pitchers. His dedication to the craft and consistent performance reflect the ongoing transformation of the game, where traditional pitching techniques are often blended with advanced analytics and training methods. As he continues his career, Lefty Capers remains a vital part of his team's pitching rotation, leaving a mark on the game that is celebrated by fans and fellow players alike.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
6	4	10	10	10	0	0	84.0	77	36	2	29	19	3.86	0

Career ERA 3.86 vs. league average 4.10 across their career seasons — 5.9% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1931	LOW	NNL	6	4	10	10	10	0	0	84.0	77	36	29	19	3.86	4.10 (+6%)	69.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
17	36	4	5	2	0	0	2	0	2	0	0.139	0.184	0.194	0.379	0.0

Career AVG .139 vs. league average .276 across their career seasons — 49.7% below league average.

Career OBP .184 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — 45.5% below league average.

Career SLG .194 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 49.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.379 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 47.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1931	LOW	NNL	17	36	4	5	2	0	0	2	0	2	0	0.139	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	3	0	8	0	0	1
P	10	10	2	18	2	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1931	LOW	1B	3	0	8	0	0	1
1931	LOW	P	10	10	2	18	2	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	10
First Base	3