Hal Erickson

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Given name: Harold James Erickson
Nicknames: None
Primary Pos: Pitcher
Hght/Wght: 6'5" / 230 lbs
Bats/Throws: R / R
Born: Jul 17, 1919 in Portland, OR
Died: Feb 14, 2008 in Ogden, UT (88 years old)
Debut: Apr 14, 1953

Harold James Erickson (July 17, 1919 – February 14, 2008) was an American baseball relief pitcher who played briefly for the Detroit Tigers during the 1953 season. Listed at 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m), 230 lb., he batted and threw right-handed.

Early life

Erickson was born in Portland, Oregon.

Career

Erickson was a star pitcher with the 1950 Quebec Braves of the Can-Am League, posting a 20–4 record and leading the league in earned run average, strikeouts, and complete games.

Erickson was a 33-year-old rookie when he entered the majors with Detroit in 1953. In 18 relief appearances, he posted a 0–1 record with a 4.73 ERA and one save, giving up 23 runs (17 unearned) on 43 hits and 10 walks while striking out 19 in 32+1⁄3 innings of work.

Death

Erickson died in Ogden, Utah, at the age of 88.