Rudy Kallio

Born: 12/14/1892 in Portland, OR, USA

Died: 4/6/1979 in Newport, OR, USA

MLB Debut: 1918-04-25 | Final Game: 1925-05-12

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Rudolph Kallio

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Biography

Rudy Kallio, born in 1892, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1918 to 1925. Over his career, he compiled a record of 9-18 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.17. Kallio was known for his resilience on the mound, striking out 75 batters and earning 1 save throughout his time in the league. His career unfolded during a pivotal era in baseball, transitioning from the aftermath of World War I into the Roaring Twenties, a time marked by both evolving player skills and the growing popularity of the sport. Kallio spent his playing days showcasing his talents in a competitive pitching environment, contributing to his teams with a mix of determination and skill. While his win-loss record may not reflect the stature of some of his contemporaries, his ability to hold his own against formidable lineups in the early 20th century remains a testament to his capabilities as a pitcher. His legacy is preserved within the annals of baseball history, highlighting the contributions of players from a time when the game was undergoing significant transformation.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
9	18	49	27	10	2	1	222.3	234	103	0	93	75	4.17	0

Career ERA 4.17 vs. league average 3.63 across their career seasons — 14.7% worse 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
1918	DET	AL	8	14	30	22	10	2	0	181.3	178	73	76	70	3.62	2.83 (-28%)	161.9
1919	DET	AL	0	0	12	1	0	0	1	22.3	28	14	8	3	5.64	3.09 (-83%)	-202.6
1925	BOS	AL	1	4	7	4	0	0	0	18.7	28	16	9	2	7.71	4.55 (-69%)	-207.6

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
50	66	7	11	0	0	0	3	0	6	24	0.167	0.236	0.167	0.403	-308.7

Career AVG .167 vs. league average .272 across their career seasons — 38.6% below league average.

Career OBP .236 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 29.2% below league average.

Career SLG .167 vs. league average .368 across their career seasons — 54.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.403 vs. league average 0.701 across their career seasons — 42.6% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1918	DET	AL	31	56	5	9	3	6	23	0.161	.255 (-37%)	.318 (-24%)	.326 (-51%)	.645 (-38%)	-308.7
1919	DET	AL	12	4	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1925	BOS	AL	7	6	2	2	0	0	1	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0