Roger Bowman

Roger Bowman was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1955. Born in 1927, Bowman made his debut during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the post-World War II resurgence of the sport and the beginnings of integration. Throughout his career, he faced the challenges of competing against an increasingly talented pool of players, which included both established stars and emerging talents. Over his career, Bowman posted a record of 2-11 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.81. He struck out a total of 75 batters, showcasing his ability to overpower hitters despite his overall record. While he did not achieve notable success in terms of saves, his contributions to his teams during his playing years reflected the struggles many pitchers faced in an evolving game. Bowman's tenure in the majors, though brief, placed him among the ranks of players who navigated the complexities of baseball's mid-20th century landscape.