Billy Rhines


William Pearl Rhines was an American professional baseball player during the nineteenth century. He led the National League in ERA twice while playing for the Cincinnati Reds.

Formative years

Rhines was born in Ridgway, Pennsylvania on March 14, 1869. He graduated from Bucknell University.

Career

Rhines was a pitcher during parts of nine seasons with the Cincinnati Reds, Louisville Colonels and Pittsburgh Pirates.
He led the National League in ERA twice while playing for Cincinnati. For his career, he compiled a 114–103 record in 249 appearances, with a 3.47 ERA and 743 strikeouts.

Death

Rhines died at the age of 52 in his hometown of Ridgway, Pennsylvania on January 30, 1922.