Earnest Long

Born: 10/11/1927 in Chattanooga, TN, USA

Died: 9/20/2000 in Rome, GA, USA

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Earnest Sylvester Long

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Biography

Earnest Long, born in 1927, is an active professional baseball pitcher known for his contributions to the game in the contemporary era. With a career record of 1-0, he showcases a competitive spirit on the mound, reflected in his earned run average (ERA) of 5.0. Although his strikeout total stands at 2 and he has yet to record a save, Long remains a notable figure in baseball, embodying the perseverance and dedication characteristic of players striving to make their mark in the sport. Long's career unfolds during a dynamic period in baseball, where pitchers often face the challenge of adapting to evolving offensive strategies. As he continues to compete, Long's presence in the league serves as a reminder of the rich history of the game and the enduring passion of players who contribute to its legacy. His ongoing career not only highlights his individual journey but also emphasizes the importance of resilience and opportunity in professional baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
1	0	3	0	0	0	0	9.0	11	5	1	6	2	5.00	0

Career ERA 5.00 vs. league average 4.10 across their career seasons — 21.9% 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
1948	CBE	NAL	1	0	3	0	0	0	0	9.0	11	5	6	2	5.00	4.10 (-22%)	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
5	5	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	3	0	0.400	0.625	0.400	1.025	0.0

Career AVG .400 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — +51.8% above league average.

Career OBP .625 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — +83.8% above league average.

Career SLG .400 vs. league average .379 across their career seasons — +5.5% above league average.

Career OPS 1.025 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — +42.5% above 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
1948	CBE	NAL	5	5	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	3	0	0.400	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

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

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1948	CBE	OF	1	1	3	0	0	0
1948	CBE	P	3	0	0	2	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	3
Right Field	1