Joe Buzas

Joe Buzas was a professional baseball player born in 1919, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball for a brief period during the 1945 season. His career spanned from April 17, 1945, to June 28, 1945, during a unique time in baseball history marked by the ongoing impact of World War II, which led to a shortage of players and the introduction of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, among other changes in the sport. In his time in the major leagues, Buzas appeared in 30 games, where he recorded 17 hits, contributing to a batting average of .262. While he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 6 runs and demonstrated speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. Though his career was notably short, Buzas's presence on the field during this transitional era of baseball reflects the resilience and adaptability of the sport in the face of global challenges. His contributions, albeit modest in numbers, are a testament to the many players who persevered and played the game during a difficult chapter in history.