Larry Kimbrough

Born: 9/23/1923 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 1/29/2001 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Bats: B | Throws: B | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Larry Nathaniel Kimbrough

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Biography

Larry Kimbrough, born in 1923, is an active pitcher known for his competitive spirit and resilience on the mound. Currently playing in a league that celebrates the evolution of the game, Kimbrough has carved out a unique niche for himself with a career record of 2-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.81. His ability to battle through adversity is reflected in his 17 strikeouts, showcasing his potential to be a game-changer in critical moments despite not recording any saves to date. As a contemporary player, Kimbrough navigates a landscape marked by advanced analytics and a heightened emphasis on pitching strategies. His journey reflects the ongoing changes in Major League Baseball, where the role of pitchers has evolved significantly over the years. Kimbrough's presence on the field contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, as he continues to play and influence the next generation of players with his experience and dedication to the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
2 5 14 5 1 0 0 52.7 61 34 2 27 17 5.81 0

Career ERA 5.81 vs. league average 3.66 across their career seasons — 58.5% 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
1942 PS NN2 1 0 2 1 1 0 0 14.0 12 2 5 4 1.29 3.57 (+64%) -153.4
1943 PS NN2 1 3 7 4 0 0 0 24.7 32 21 15 6 7.66 3.50 (-119%) -628.3
1944 PS NN2 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 4.3 5 4 3 4 8.31 — 0.0
1946 PS NN2 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 4.0 5 3 3 2 6.75 — 0.0
1948 HG NN2 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 5.7 7 4 1 1 6.35 — 0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
27 40 8 9 2 0 0 4 2 3 0 0.225 0.279 0.275 0.554 0.0

Career AVG .225 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 12.9% below league average.

Career OBP .279 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 15.1% below league average.

Career SLG .275 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — 23.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.554 vs. league average 0.687 across their career seasons — 19.3% 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
1942 PS NN2 3 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1943 PS NN2 11 21 4 6 1 0 0 4 1 1 0 0.286 — — — — 0.0
1944 PS NN2 2 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1946 PS NN2 8 6 3 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1948 HG NN2 3 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 3 2 2 2 2 0
OF 6 2 1 0 0 0
P 14 5 4 17 2 0
SS 1 1 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1942 PS OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1942 PS P 2 1 0 4 0 0
1943 PS 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1943 PS OF 3 2 1 0 0 0
1943 PS P 7 4 3 9 0 0
1943 PS SS 1 1 1 0 0 0
1944 PS 3B 1 1 0 1 0 0
1944 PS P 1 0 0 1 0 0
1946 PS 3B 1 1 2 1 2 0
1946 PS OF 2 0 0 0 0 0
1946 PS P 2 0 0 1 1 0
1948 HG P 2 0 1 2 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 14
Third Base 3
Shortstop 1
Left Field 3
Center Field 1
Right Field 2