Nick Cullop

Born: 9/17/1887 in Chilhowie, VA, USA

Died: 4/15/1961 in Tazewell, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-05-20 | Final Game: 1921-05-09

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs

Full name: Norman Andrew Cullop

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Biography

Nick Cullop, born in 1887, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1913 until his retirement in 1921. Known for his formidable pitching style, Cullop showcased his skills during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the livelier playing conditions that would define the subsequent years. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 57-55, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 2.73, reflecting his ability to limit opposing teams’ scoring opportunities. Cullop's career was highlighted by a total of 400 strikeouts, demonstrating his proficiency in overpowering hitters and his ability to dominate games on the mound. In addition to his strikeout capability, he also contributed to his teams with five saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starting and relief pitcher. His contributions to the game during the early 20th century helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers, and his legacy is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
57	55	174	121	62	9	5	1024.0	973	311	24	259	400	2.73	0

Career ERA 2.73 vs. league average 3.06 across their career seasons — 10.8% 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
1913	CLE	AL	3	7	23	8	4	0	0	97.7	105	48	35	30	4.42	3.07 (-44%)	-1190.9
1914	CLE	AL	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	3.3	4	1	1	3	2.70	—	0.0
1914	KCF	FL	14	19	44	36	22	4	1	295.7	256	77	87	149	2.34	2.93 (+20%)	1628.2
1915	KCF	FL	22	11	44	36	22	3	2	302.3	278	82	67	111	2.44	2.90 (+16%)	935.1
1916	NYY	AL	13	6	28	22	9	0	1	167.0	151	38	32	77	2.05	2.78 (+26%)	-
1917	NYY	AL	5	9	30	18	5	2	1	146.3	161	54	31	27	3.32	2.69 (-24%)	-
1921	SLA	AL	0	2	4	1	0	0	0	11.7	18	11	6	3	8.49	4.02 (-111%)	-376.8

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
174	329	21	49	9	1	0	21	0	16	86	0.149	0.188	0.182	0.371	-1697.9

Career AVG .149 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 42.4% below league average.

Career OBP .188 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 41.7% below league average.

Career SLG .182 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 47.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.371 vs. league average 0.667 across their career seasons — 44.4% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1913	CLE	AL	23	31	2	4	0	0	0	2	10	0.129	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	CLE	AL	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	KCF	FL	44	99	4	14	3	0	5	4	26	0.141	.255 (-45%)	.322 (-46%)	.339 (-49%)	.661 (-48%)	0.0
1915	KCF	FL	44	96	14	18	5	1	12	4	21	0.188	.250 (-25%)	.318 (-31%)	.332 (-22%)	.651 (-26%)	-434.5
1916	NYY	AL	28	55	0	6	0	0	2	3	13	0.109	.248 (-56%)	.314 (-51%)	.326 (-67%)	.640 (-59%)	-488.7
1917	NYY	AL	30	44	1	7	1	0	2	3	14	0.159	—	—	—	—	0.0
1921	SLA	AL	4	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0