Luke Nelson

Born: 12/4/1893 in Cable, IL, USA

Died: 11/14/1985 in Moline, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1919-05-25 | Final Game: 1919-08-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Luther Martin Nelson

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Biography

Luke Nelson was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned the brief period from 1919 to 1925. Born in 1893, Nelson made his mark in an era that was transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-oriented game. Despite a short career, he demonstrated considerable skill on the mound, finishing with a perfect record of 3-0 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.96. His ability to control the game was further evidenced by his 11 strikeouts, showcasing his potential as a reliable pitcher during his time in the league. Nelson's career, while not long, contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball, a time when players faced unique challenges including the evolving strategies of the game and the integration of new rules. His performance, particularly in a league that valued pitching finesse, highlighted his abilities and left a lasting impression on the teams he represented. Although he did not record any saves, his win-loss record and ERA reflect his effectiveness as a pitcher in a competitive environment. Nelson's legacy, while modest, remains a part of baseball history during a pivotal era of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
3	0	9	1	0	0	0	24.3	22	8	1	11	11	2.96	0

Career ERA 2.96 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
1919	NYY	AL	3	0	9	1	0	0	0	24.3	22	8	11	11	2.96	3.09 (+4%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
9	7	1	1	1	0	0	2	0	0	4	0.143	0.143	0.286	0.429	0.0

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 45.5% below league average.

Career OBP .143 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 55.7% below league average.

Career SLG .286 vs. league average .348 across their career seasons — 17.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.429 vs. league average 0.671 across their career seasons — 36.1% 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
1919	NYY	AL	9	7	1	1	1	0	0	2	0	0	4	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	9	0	1	5	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1919	NYA	P	9	0	1	5	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	9