Bert Humphries

Albert Humphries

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11½", Weight 182 lb.

• Debut April 16, 1910
• Final Game October 2, 1915
• Born September 26, 1880 in California, PA USA
• Died September 21, 1945 in Orlando, FL USA

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Biographical Information

Bert Humphries was a good pitcher who had the misfortune to come to the Chicago Cubs after their great days and at a time when they were drifting into decline. His best win/loss year was 1913, when he went 16-4, leading the league in winning percentage. His best year in terms of ERA was his last, at the age of 34, when he was eighth in the league with a 2.31 ERA.

Notable Achievements

• NL Winning Percentage Leader (1913)
• 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1913)