Cy Buker
Born: 2/5/1918 in Greenwood, WI, USA
Died: 10/11/2011 in Greenwood, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-05-17 | Final Game: 1945-09-23
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Cyril Owen Buker
Biography
Cy Buker, born in 1918, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from May 17, 1945, to September 23, 1945. In a brief but impactful season, Buker compiled a record of 7 wins and 2 losses, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.3. Known for his ability to strike out batters, he recorded a total of 48 strikeouts during his time in the league and contributed significantly to his team's success with 5 saves.
Buker's career unfolded in the immediate post-World War II era, a time when Major League Baseball was beginning to recover from the disruptions of the war. This period saw the return of many players and the integration of the game, setting the stage for baseball's evolution in the following decades. Although Buker's time in the major leagues was limited, his performance reflected the competitive spirit and determination of players who emerged during this transitional phase in baseball history. His contributions as a pitcher remain a notable part of the narrative of that era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 42 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 87.3 | 90 | 32 | 2 | 45 | 48 | 3.30 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 7 | 2 | 42 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 87.3 | 90 | 32 | 45 | 48 | 3.30 | 589.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.188 | 0.235 | 0.188 | 0.423 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 42 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 42 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BRO | P | 42 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 42 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin at Madison | Madison | WI | 1938, 1939, 1940 |