Gene Krapp

Born: 5/12/1887 in Rochester, NY, USA

Died: 4/13/1923 in Detroit, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1911-04-14 | Final Game: 1915-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Eugene Hamlet Krapp

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Biography

Gene Krapp was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1911 to 1915. Born in 1887, Krapp established himself during an era that was transitioning from the deadball period into a more offensive-focused game. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 40 wins and 47 losses, showcasing his resilience and skill on the mound. With an earned run average (ERA) of 3.23, Krapp demonstrated his ability to limit scoring, making him a reliable option for his teams during his playing years. Throughout his career, Krapp struck out a total of 353 batters, reflecting his effectiveness as a strikeout pitcher. He also recorded one save, highlighting his ability to close out games when called upon. Despite playing for only a short period, Krapp's contributions to the game were significant, as he navigated the challenges of a rapidly evolving baseball landscape and left an enduring mark through his pitching prowess. His career remains a testament to the talent that emerged in the early 20th century, and he is remembered as a notable 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
40	47	118	92	50	3	1	764.3	631	274	11	418	353	3.23	0

Career ERA 3.23 vs. league average 3.09 across their career seasons — near 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	13	9	35	26	14	1	1	222.0	188	84	138	132	3.41	3.37 (-1%)	-1893.3
1912	CLE	AL	2	5	9	7	4	0	0	58.7	57	30	42	22	4.60	3.36 (-37%)	-1647.6
1914	BUF	FL	16	14	36	29	18	1	0	252.7	198	70	115	106	2.49	2.93 (+15%)	-2735.3
1915	BUF	FL	9	19	38	30	14	1	0	231.0	188	90	123	93	3.51	2.90 (-21%)	-4280.5

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
130	243	25	44	8	3	0	14	3	25	79	0.181	0.260	0.239	0.499	-1001.0

Career AVG .181 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 30.0% below league average.

Career OBP .260 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 20.3% below league average.

Career SLG .239 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 30.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.499 vs. league average 0.671 across their career seasons — 25.7% 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	36	74	11	17	5	1	5	0	9	28	0.230	.266 (-14%)	.336 (-7%)	.356 (-9%)	.693 (-8%)	-101.3
1912	CLE	AL	13	22	2	7	0	0	2	1	1	6	0.318	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	BUF	FL	39	77	8	11	3	0	3	2	10	21	0.143	.255 (-44%)	.322 (-25%)	.339 (-46%)	.661 (-36%)	-430.7
1915	BUF	FL	42	70	4	9	0	2	4	0	5	24	0.129	.250 (-49%)	.318 (-38%)	.332 (-44%)	.651 (-41%)	-469.0