George Runnells "Krum" Kahler (September 6, 1889 – February 7, 1924) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball from Athens, Ohio.

[1] The spelling of Kahler's last name has varied in different newspapers, yearbooks and publications throughout his entire life.

"[4] Upon his graduation from OU, Kahler signed with the Lima Cigarmakers, a Class D level baseball team.

[citation needed] Kahler had a relatively large stature for a pitcher; he was listed as about 6 feet tall and weighed approximately 183 pounds.

[2] Kahler joined the majors during a period known as the dead-ball era, a time when pitching dominated and batting was more strategic.

As Kahler ran to cover the first base bag, Cobb tried to injure him with his cleats but missed in his attempt and fell to ground.

Kahler, knowing Cobb's intention, stood over him and threatened to "put him out for the rest of the season" if he did it again.

[2] Hall of Fame player and manager Connie Mack described Kahler as "a man who can win against odds; one who will live through a lot of hits and come out with a victory.

[2] When his baseball career ended, Kahler enrolled in the American School of Osteopathy in Kirksville, Missouri.

[3] Though strong and athletic, Kahler still suffered from chronic nephritis and diabetes, leading to his death on February 7, 1924, in Battle Creek, Virginia, at the age of 34.