Allyn McClelland Stout (October 31, 1904 – December 22, 1974) was an American professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for six seasons between 1931 and 1943. He played for four teams: the St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds, New York Giants, and Boston Braves. His nickname was "Fish Hook."
Early Life and Career
Stout was born in Peoria, Illinois, on October 31, 1904. He made his MLB debut with the St. Louis Cardinals on May 16, 1931, at age 26. In his rookie season, he posted a 6–0 record in 30 pitching appearances, though arm trouble prevented him from participating in the 1931 World Series, which the Cardinals won against the Philadelphia Athletics.
MLB Career
Stout was a right-handed batter and right-handed thrower, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 167 pounds. Over his career, he compiled a win–loss record of 20–20, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.54, and 185 strikeouts in 130 games pitched (30 starts). He batted .149 over his career.
On May 7, 1933, Stout was involved in a notable trade that brought future Hall of Famer Leo Durocher to the St. Louis Cardinals. Stout played for the Cincinnati Reds (1933–1934), the New York Giants (1935), and made his final MLB appearance with the Boston Braves on June 27, 1943.
Later Life and Death
After his baseball career, Stout settled in Sikeston, Missouri. He died there on December 22, 1974, at the age of 70.
