Booker McDaniel

Born: 9/28/1913 in Kenwood, AR, USA

Died: 12/12/1974 in Kansas City, KS, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Booker T. McDaniel

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Biography

Booker McDaniel, born in 1913, is an active pitcher known for his remarkable contributions to the game of baseball. With a career record of 30-13 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.64, McDaniel has established himself as a formidable presence on the mound. He has accumulated 298 strikeouts and recorded 11 saves, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness in various game situations. His performance has not gone unnoticed, as he is a three-time All-Star selection, highlighting his status among the elite pitchers of his era. McDaniel's playing style is characterized by his ability to control the game through precise pitching and strategic decision-making. As an active player, he continues to influence the current landscape of baseball, demonstrating the skills and competitive spirit necessary to thrive in the modern game. His ongoing career serves as an inspirational testament to the dedication and resilience that defines successful athletes in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
30	13	71	33	26	4	11	385.0	335	113	5	104	298	2.64	0

Career ERA 2.64 vs. league average 3.65 across their career seasons — 27.6% 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
1941	KCM	NAL	1	0	3	1	1	0	0	14.0	12	4	4	12	2.57	3.94 (+35%)	622.9
1942	KCM	NAL	5	2	11	5	2	0	2	64.7	63	21	14	33	2.92	3.57 (+18%)	1904.2
1943	KCM	NAL	9	2	14	5	5	1	1	78.0	63	21	23	63	2.42	3.50 (+31%)	3061.2
1944	KCM	NAL	6	4	15	6	5	1	2	75.7	52	13	28	73	1.55	3.57 (+57%)	3298.9
1945	KCM	NAL	9	5	28	16	13	2	6	152.7	145	54	35	117	3.18	3.67 (+13%)	5655.7

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
77	154	14	36	10	2	1	17	1	5	1	0.234	0.258	0.344	0.602	-159.9

Career AVG .234 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 9.7% below league average.

Career OBP .258 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 21.2% below league average.

Career SLG .344 vs. league average .356 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.602 vs. league average 0.683 across their career seasons — 11.9% 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
1941	KCM	NAL	3	5	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1942	KCM	NAL	12	26	2	6	2	1	0	3	0	2	0	0.231	—	—	—	—	0.0
1943	KCM	NAL	14	30	2	4	1	0	1	3	0	0	1	0.133	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	KCM	NAL	19	33	4	12	2	0	0	3	1	1	0	0.364	—	—	—	—	0.0
1945	KCM	NAL	29	60	5	14	5	1	0	8	0	1	0	0.233	.260 (-11%)	.328 (-25%)	.354 (-1%)	.683 (-13%)	-159.9