Career
He played for the New York Giants, Philadelphia Athletics, Chicago Cubs, and Saint Louis Cardinals. In 1936, Parmelee posted the highest pitching game score ever in Cardinals" franchise history. On April 29, he defeated Carl Hubbell of the New York Giants in 17 innings and posted a game score of 116.
Parmelee pitched all 17 innings, allowed just six hits, four walks, and one run while striking out nine.
Hubbell also pitched a complete game, posting a game score of 98.