Loren Bain
Born: 7/4/1922 in Staples, MN, USA
Died: 11/24/1996 in Chetek, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-06-23 | Final Game: 1945-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Herbert Loren Bain
Biography
Loren Bain was a professional baseball player born in 1922, whose career spanned a brief period during the mid-1940s. He played as a position player in Major League Baseball, making his debut on June 23, 1945, and concluding his time in the league on July 4, 1945. Despite the brevity of his career, Bain showcased his potential during his time on the field.
In a total of 3 games, Bain recorded 1 hit, achieving a batting average of .333. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs, his performance reflected the talent that was present during a transitional era in baseball, shortly after World War II. The period marked a significant time in the sport, as teams began to integrate and the game started to evolve with new styles of play. While his major league career was short-lived, Bain remains a part of baseball history as a player who contributed to the rich tapestry of the game during a pivotal time.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 7.88 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | NY1 | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 7.88 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | NY1 | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 3 |