Andrew Ruf

Pitcher

Tilden Tigers 2007-13

Andrew Ruf jumped directly from a stellar high school stint at Chippewa Falls McDonnell to the well-stocked Tilden team of the early century. Although his career was relatively brief, Ruffer made his mark on the CRBL and follows his father, Rick, as a two-generation hall-of-famer.

Andrew played a strong role in Tilden’s success over his seven seasons, leading them to an 83-52 record with championships in 2007 and 2011. Additionally, they made the WBA field six times in that span.

A three time all-star, he was elected an All-CRBL pitcher in 2008 and that 2011 championship season. In 2008, he tied for the league lead in shutouts with two, a feat he duplicated in 2010 and exceeded by hurling three in 2012. His 7-0 effort in 2011 topped the league in both wins and winning percentage.

Despite his short number of years, Ruffer pitched his way onto a number of lifetime lists for the CRBL. At the time of induction, he ranks 47th in strikeouts per innings pitched. He is 37th in wins and 21st in winning percentage. His innings pitched per season rank 23rd. One of his most impressive accomplishments is his standing at 16th in ERA. But unsurprisingly, his proclivity to shut opponents out boosted him to a tie for 12th in that category.

Unfortunately, injuries cut short his days on the mound before he could achieve all the potential that his talents projected, but he will always be remembered in Tiger lore.

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2 All CRBL Awards 3 Allstar Games

Note top 50 in ERA, Wins, win percentage Shutouts, K/9inn