Ernie Neitzke

Ernest Fredrich Neitzke

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 10", Weight 180 lb.

• Debut June 2, 1921
• Final Game October 2, 1921
• Born November 13, 1894 in Toledo, OH USA
• Died April 27, 1977 in Sylvania, OH USA

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Biographical Information

Ernie Neitzke played outfield and pitched for the Boston Red Sox in 1921. As a hitter, his .345 OBP was higher than the team average although his SLG was well below. As a pitcher, he gave up 5 runs in 7.1 innings of work.

Neitzke had played for London (Ontario) in 1920, posting an ERA of 1.87 and also hitting 13 triples in 242 at-bats. The 1920 London Tecumsehs were one of history's great minor league teams, going 86-32. Along with Neitzke, the Red Sox also picked up Pinky Pittenger from London.

Although he typically had a winning record as a pitcher in the minors, he stopped pitching after 1925 and focused on being an outfielder. From 1928-1932 he played for Pueblo, twice hitting at least .340.

Related Sites

• Ernie Neitzke at the SABR Bio Project
• Find-A-Grave Memorial for Ernie Neitzke