Rube Schauer

Born: 3/19/1891 in Odesa, Kherson, Russia

Died: 4/15/1957 in Minneapolis, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-08-27 | Final Game: 1917-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 192 lbs

Full name: Alexander John Schauer

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Biography

Rube Schauer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1913 to 1917. Born in 1891, Schauer made his mark during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in baseball. Over the course of his career, he achieved a win-loss record of 10-29, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.35, showcasing his ability to keep runs to a minimum despite his overall record. Schauer recorded a total of 164 strikeouts, demonstrating his skill as a strikeout artist and an effective pitcher on the mound. He also notched one save during his time in the majors, highlighting his capability to close out games. Schauer's career unfolded during a pivotal time in baseball history, as the game began to evolve with new strategies and player dynamics. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant within the context of the era. His playing style reflected the challenges and opportunities faced by pitchers of his time, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. Schauer's legacy is remembered by enthusiasts of the game, particularly those who appreciate the evolution of pitching in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
10	29	93	31	16	0	1	400.3	384	149	12	137	164	3.35	0

Career ERA 3.35 vs. league average 2.88 across their career seasons — 16.5% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1913	NY1	NL	0	1	3	1	1	0	12.0	14	10	9	7	7.50	3.07 (-145%)	-182.8
1914	NY1	NL	0	0	6	0	0	0	22.3	16	8	8	6	3.22	2.93 (-10%)	-693.4
1915	NY1	NL	2	8	32	6	4	0	105.3	101	41	35	65	3.50	2.90 (-21%)	448.0
1916	NY1	NL	1	4	19	3	1	0	45.7	44	15	16	24	2.96	2.78 (-6%)	316.2
1917	PHA	AL	7	16	33	21	10	1	215.0	209	75	69	62	3.14	2.69 (-17%)	-2157.7

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
93	121	9	16	3	1	0	6	0	4	19	0.132	0.160	0.174	0.334	-514.6

Career AVG .132 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 47.6% below league average.

Career OBP .160 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 49.8% below league average.

Career SLG .174 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 48.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.334 vs. league average 0.652 across their career seasons — 48.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1913	NY1	NL	3	3	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	NY1	NL	6	7	0	1	0	0	0	0	3	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0
1915	NY1	NL	32	26	0	2	1	0	0	0	5	0.077	—	—	—	—	0.0
1916	NY1	NL	19	9	1	2	1	0	2	0	0	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0
1917	PHA	AL	33	76	7	11	1	1	4	3	10	0.145	.248 (-42%)	.312 (-43%)	.323 (-43%)	.635 (-43%)	-514.6