Eddie Locke

Born: 1/13/1923 in Gatesville, TX, USA

Died: 3/2/1992 in Corpus Christi, TX, USA

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 181 lbs

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Biography

Eddie Locke, born in 1923, is an active pitcher known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound. With a career record of 5-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.02, Locke has established himself as a reliable presence within his team's pitching rotation. He has struck out 39 batters over the course of his career, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's success. Although he has not recorded any saves, his role as a pitcher remains critical in navigating high-pressure situations during games. Locke's career unfolds during a dynamic era of baseball, reflecting the evolution of the game and the increasing specialization of pitching roles. His playing style emphasizes control and strategic thinking, allowing him to adapt to the demands of modern baseball while still drawing on the fundamentals of the sport. As he continues to compete, Eddie Locke's contributions to the game exemplify the dedication and resilience of a seasoned player, making him a noteworthy figure in contemporary baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
5 3 17 7 5 0 0 80.7 76 36 1 40 39 4.02 0

Career ERA 4.02 vs. league average 3.58 across their career seasons — 12.2% 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
1943 CAG NAL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2.0 3 2 1 3 9.00 — 0.0
1943 CC NAL 2 1 3 2 1 0 0 16.0 15 7 13 10 3.94 3.50 (-12%) -134.9
1944 KCM NAL 3 1 10 4 3 0 0 46.0 39 17 17 20 3.33 3.57 (+7%) 611.9
1945 KCM NAL 0 1 3 1 1 0 0 16.7 19 10 9 6 5.40 3.67 (-47%) -305.4

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
29 55 7 12 2 1 0 2 1 3 0 0.218 0.259 0.291 0.550 0.0

Career AVG .218 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career OBP .259 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 20.8% below league average.

Career SLG .291 vs. league average .353 across their career seasons — 17.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.550 vs. league average 0.679 across their career seasons — 19.1% 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
1943 CAG NAL 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1943 CC NAL 5 13 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.231 — — — — 0.0
1943 KCM NAL 3 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.143 — — — — 0.0
1944 KCM NAL 15 24 5 6 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1945 KCM NAL 5 9 0 2 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0.222 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 4 1 0 0
OF 9 5 4 1 1 1
P 17 9 7 16 2 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1943 CAG P 1 1 1 0 0 0
1943 CC OF 2 2 2 1 1 1
1943 CC P 3 3 1 5 1 0
1943 KCM 1B 1 0 4 1 0 0
1943 KCM OF 1 1 0 0 0 0
1944 KCM OF 4 1 0 0 0 0
1944 KCM P 10 4 4 8 1 1
1945 KCM OF 2 1 2 0 0 0
1945 KCM P 3 1 1 3 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 17
First Base 1
Left Field 2
Center Field 2
Right Field 5