Ed Head

Born: 1/25/1918 in Selma, LA, USA

Died: 1/31/1980 in Bastrop, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 1940-07-27 | Final Game: 1946-08-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Edward Marvin Head

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Biography

Ed Head was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1940 until 1946. Born in 1918, he made a significant impact on the game during his relatively brief career, showcasing his skills in a post-World War II era when many players returned to the diamond after military service. Head finished his career with a record of 27 wins and 23 losses, boasting an earned run average (ERA) of 3.48. His performance on the mound was marked by a total of 208 strikeouts and 11 saves, demonstrating his ability to both start games and come in as a relief pitcher when needed. Throughout his career, Head was known for his competitive spirit and versatility as a pitcher. He contributed to his teams not only by getting batters out but also by stepping into crucial roles, particularly during tight game situations. While his career spanned just a few seasons, his contributions to the teams he played for left an enduring mark, reflecting the transitional nature of baseball during a time when the sport was evolving rapidly in the wake of the war. Ed Head remains a notable figure in baseball history, exemplifying the dedication and resilience of players during a pivotal era in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
27	23	118	53	22	6	11	465.0	434	180	24	174	208	3.48	0

Career ERA 3.48 vs. league average 3.69 across their career seasons — 5.5% 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
1940	BRO	NL	1	2	13	5	2	0	0	39.3	40	18	18	13	4.12	4.21 (+2%)	493.9
1942	BRO	NL	10	6	36	15	5	1	4	136.7	118	54	47	78	3.56	3.57 (avg)	-38.5
1943	BRO	NL	9	10	47	18	7	3	6	169.7	166	69	66	83	3.66	3.50 (-5%)	219.4
1944	BRO	NL	4	3	9	8	5	1	0	63.3	54	19	19	17	2.70	3.57 (+24%)	197.0
1946	BRO	NL	3	2	13	7	3	1	1	56.0	56	20	24	17	3.21	3.59 (+10%)	-525.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
119	131	15	32	2	0	0	13	1	7	25	0.244	0.283	0.260	0.542	0.0

Career AVG .244 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 5.7% below league average.

Career OBP .283 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 13.8% below league average.

Career SLG .260 vs. league average .360 across their career seasons — 27.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.542 vs. league average 0.688 across their career seasons — 21.2% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
1940	BRO	NL	14	11	2	2	0	2	0	0	2	0.182	—	—	—	—
1942	BRO	NL	36	39	4	13	1	6	1	3	9	0.333	—	—	—	—
1943	BRO	NL	47	46	4	7	0	3	0	1	7	0.152	—	—	—	—
1944	BRO	NL	9	19	3	5	0	1	0	2	5	0.263	—	—	—	—
1946	BRO	NL	13	16	2	5	1	1	0	1	2	0.312	—	—	—	—