George Kaiserling

Born: 5/12/1893 in Steubenville, OH, USA

Died: 3/2/1918 in Steubenville, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1914-04-20 | Final Game: 1915-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

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Biography

George Kaiserling, born in 1893, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1914 to 1915, a time when the game was transitioning away from the deadball era and beginning to embrace a more modern style of play. Kaiserling made a name for himself during this brief but impactful period, finishing his career with a record of 32 wins and 25 losses, and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.68. His ability to pitch effectively was highlighted by his 150 strikeouts, showcasing his skill in overpowering batters and contributing to his team's success. Although Kaiserling's career was relatively short, he left an indelible mark on the game during his time, demonstrating a blend of finesse and competitiveness on the mound. He also recorded 2 saves, reflecting his capability to close out games and secure victories for his team. Kaiserling's contributions came at a pivotal moment in baseball history, as the sport began to evolve and prepare for the offensive explosion that would define future decades. His performance remains a testament to the talent that emerged in the early 1900s, and he is remembered as a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
32	25	78	62	36	6	2	536.7	534	160	9	145	150	2.68	0

Career ERA 2.68 vs. league average 2.91 across their career seasons — 7.9% 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
1914	IND	FL	17	10	37	33	20	1	0	275.3	288	95	72	75	3.11	2.93 (-6%)	-2467.7
1915	NEW	FL	15	15	41	29	16	5	2	261.3	246	65	73	75	2.24	2.90 (+23%)	431.3

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
78	177	10	23	5	1	0	12	1	9	98	0.130	0.172	0.169	0.342	-1379.4

Career AVG .130 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 48.6% below league average.

Career OBP .172 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 46.3% below league average.

Career SLG .169 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 49.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.342 vs. league average 0.656 across their career seasons — 48.0% 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
1914	IND	FL	37	98	7	11	2	1	0	3	1	6	55	0.112	.255 (-56%)	.322 (-49%)	.339 (-55%)	.661 (-52%)	-830.7
1915	NEW	FL	41	79	3	12	3	0	0	9	0	3	43	0.152	.250 (-39%)	.318 (-43%)	.332 (-43%)	.651 (-43%)	-548.7