Earl Hamilton

Earl Andrew Hamilton

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 5' 8", Weight 160 lb.

• Debut April 14, 1911
• Final Game May 4, 1924
• Born July 19, 1891 in Gibson City, IL USA
• Died November 17, 1968 in Anaheim, CA USA

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Biographical Information

Earl Hamilton pitched a no-hitter while playing for the St. Louis Browns on August 30, 1912. What makes this one in particular notable is that he did not strike out a single batter in accomplishing the feat.

Following his major league career, Hamilton owned the Ponca City Angels, who became the St. Joseph Angels in 1939. He later also owned the Stockton Fliers, one of the original members of the California League.

Notable Achievements

• 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1914)
• 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 6 (1912-1915, 1920 & 1921)
• 300 Innings Pitched Seasons: 1 (1914)
• Threw a no-hitter on August 30,1912

Related Sites

• Earl Hamilton at the SABR Bio Project
• Find-A-Grave Memorial for Earl Hamilton