Shane Bowers
Born: 7/27/1971 in Glendora, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-07-26 | Final Game: 1997-08-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Shane Patrick Bowers
Biography
Shane Bowers, born in 1971, had a brief career as a professional baseball player, making his mark in the Major Leagues from July 26, 1997, to August 16, 1997. Primarily playing as a position player, Bowers appeared in a total of 5 games during his time in the league. Despite his limited exposure on the field, he contributed to the game during a transitional period in baseball, where the sport was beginning to embrace a more power-oriented style following the tail end of the deadball era.
Throughout his short stint in the majors, Bowers faced the challenges of establishing himself among a talented pool of players. He finished his career without any hits, home runs, or RBIs, recording a batting average of 0.0. Though not statistically celebrated, his presence in the game serves as a reminder of the countless players who have aspired to succeed at the highest level, often facing formidable odds. After his retirement, Bowers' journey reflects the tenacity and dedication required to reach the pinnacle of baseball, even if only for a fleeting moment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 27 | 17 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 8.05 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 0 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 27 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 8.05 | -368.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | P | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles | CA | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |