Elmer Riddle
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Elmer Ray Riddle
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Weight 170 lb.
- Debut October 1, 1939
- Final Game August 3, 1949
- Born July 31, 1914 in Columbus, GA USA
- Died May 14, 1984 in Columbus, GA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Pitcher Elmer Riddle was a teammate of his brother, catcher Johnny Riddle, with the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates. He led the National league in wins with 21 in 1943 in spite of a dreadful 69 to 107 strikeouts to walks ratio.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- NL All-Star (1948)
- NL ERA Leader (1941)
- NL Wins Leader (1943)
- NL Winning Percentage Leader (1941)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 2 (1941 & 1943)
- 20 Wins Seasons: 1 (1943)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 2 (1941 & 1943)
- Won a World Series with the Cincinnati Reds in 1940
