Obie Layton

Born: 7/10/1911 in Birmingham, AL, USA

Died: 10/13/1997 in Detroit, MI, USA

Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Obediah Layton

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Biography

Obie Layton, born in 1911, is an active pitcher who continues to make his mark in the world of baseball. Known for his competitive spirit and strategic approach on the mound, Layton has carved out a niche in the current era of the game. With a career record of 1-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.55, he demonstrates the ability to effectively challenge hitters while maintaining composure under pressure. Although he has recorded 3 strikeouts and has yet to earn a save, his contributions to his team extend beyond mere statistics. As a player who is still active, Layton represents the evolving nature of baseball, where even seasoned veterans can find paths to success in a game that constantly adapts. His tenure in the league allows him to bridge the gap between historical eras and modern gameplay, providing insights into both traditional and contemporary pitching techniques. As he continues to take the mound, Layton remains a testament to the enduring passion for baseball, inspiring new generations while navigating the challenges of today's competitive landscape.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
1	1	3	2	1	0	0	12.7	14	5	1	4	3	3.55	0

Career ERA 3.55 vs. league average 4.10 across their career seasons — 13.4% 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
1931	HIL	IND	1	1	3	2	1	0	0	12.7	14	5	4	3	3.55	4.10 (+13%)	-246.4

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
3	4	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	0.200	0.000	0.200	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .276 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — 40.9% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.200 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 72.5% 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
1931	HIL	IND	3	4	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	3	2	0	1	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1931	HIL	P	3	2	0	1	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	3