Vean Gregg

Born: 4/13/1885 in Chehalis, WA, USA

Died: 7/29/1964 in Aberdeen, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1911-04-12 | Final Game: 1925-08-25

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Sylveanus Augustus Gregg

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Biography

Vean Gregg, born in 1885, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1911 to 1925. Known for his exceptional control and ability to induce ground balls, Gregg finished his career with a record of 92-63 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.7. His prowess on the mound was highlighted by 720 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to consistently challenge hitters. Additionally, he recorded 12 saves, a notable achievement during an era when the save statistic was not yet formalized, reflecting his versatility and reliability in high-pressure situations. Gregg played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the transition from the deadball era into a time when offensive production began to surge. His effectiveness as a pitcher made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he is remembered for his contributions to the sport, particularly for his role in shaping pitching strategies that prioritized control and efficiency. Gregg's career, defined by his impressive statistics and impactful performances, solidified his place in baseball history as a noteworthy figure of his time.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
92	63	239	161	105	14	12	1393.0	1240	418	17	552	720	2.70	0

Career ERA 2.70 vs. league average 3.24 across their career seasons — 16.6% 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
1911	CLE	AL	23	7	34	26	22	5	0	244.7	172	49	86	125	1.80	3.37 (+47%)	2011.9
1912	CLE	AL	20	13	37	34	26	1	2	271.3	242	78	90	184	2.59	3.36 (+23%)	3996.0
1913	CLE	AL	20	13	44	34	23	3	3	285.7	258	71	124	166	2.24	3.07 (+27%)	743.8
1914	CLE	AL	9	3	17	12	6	1	0	96.7	88	33	48	56	3.07	2.93 (-5%)	104.0
1914	BOS	AL	3	4	12	9	4	0	0	68.3	71	30	37	24	3.95	2.93 (-35%)	-791.2
1915	BOS	AL	4	2	18	9	3	1	3	75.0	71	28	32	43	3.36	2.90 (-16%)	-383.1
1916	BOS	AL	2	5	21	7	3	0	0	77.7	71	26	30	41	3.01	2.78 (-8%)	368.7
1918	PHA	AL	9	14	30	25	17	3	2	199.3	180	69	67	63	3.12	2.83 (-10%)	-920.3
1925	WSN	AL	2	2	26	5	1	0	2	74.3	87	34	38	18	4.12	4.55 (+10%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
239	457	22	78	15	2	0	28	2	11	96	0.171	0.190	0.212	0.402	-2684.5

Career AVG .171 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 34.8% below league average.

Career OBP .190 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 42.0% below league average.

Career SLG .212 vs. league average .350 across their career seasons — 39.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.402 vs. league average 0.678 across their career seasons — 40.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1911	CLE	AL	34	85	5	14	2	0	4	0	2	14	0.165	.266 (-38%)	.336 (-45%)	.356 (-47%)	.693 (-46%)	-662.0
1912	CLE	AL	37	97	3	17	4	1	13	1	2	24	0.175	.268 (-35%)	.335 (-43%)	.358 (-34%)	.694 (-38%)	-647.6
1913	CLE	AL	44	99	3	13	4	0	2	0	1	22	0.131	.259 (-49%)	.325 (-57%)	.345 (-50%)	.670 (-54%)	-887.5
1914	CLE	AL	17	34	5	6	2	0	1	0	3	12	0.176	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	BOS	AL	12	19	0	4	0	0	1	1	1	3	0.211	—	—	—	—	0.0
1915	BOS	AL	18	20	2	7	0	0	2	0	2	2	0.350	—	—	—	—	0.0
1916	BOS	AL	21	18	0	2	1	0	0	0	0	3	0.111	—	—	—	—	0.0
1918	PHA	AL	30	71	3	12	2	0	3	0	0	12	0.169	.255 (-34%)	.318 (-47%)	.326 (-40%)	.645 (-43%)	-487.4
1925	WSN	AL	26	14	1	3	0	1	2	0	0	4	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0