Len Boehmer
Born: 6/28/1941 in Flint Hill, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-06-18 | Final Game: 1971-07-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 192 lbs
Full name: Leonard Joseph Stephen Boehmer
Biography
Len Boehmer, born in 1941, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1971. Primarily known as a position player, Boehmer played in a total of 50 games during his career. He was part of a transformative era in baseball that witnessed significant changes in player dynamics and team strategies, although his time in the league was relatively brief.
Throughout his career, Boehmer recorded 19 hits, contributing to a batting average of .164. Despite not hitting any home runs, he managed to drive in 7 runs for his teams. Additionally, he did not register any stolen bases, indicating his role likely leaned more towards a defensive presence rather than a base-stealing threat. While Boehmer's statistical accomplishments may not have placed him among the game's elite, his journey through the majors reflects the competitive spirit and dedication of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 116 | 5 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0.164 | 0.218 | 0.198 | 0.416 | -631.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CIN | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | NYY | AL | 45 | 108 | 5 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0.176 | -631.5 |
| 1971 | NYY | AL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 21 | 17 | 185 | 12 | 1 | 15 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 9 | 8 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | NYA | 1B | 21 | 17 | 185 | 12 | 1 | 15 |
| 1969 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | NYA | 3B | 8 | 7 | 7 | 19 | 2 | 1 |
| 1969 | NYA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | NYA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 21 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 9 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis University | St. Louis | MO | 1959, 1960, 1961 |