Syd Cohen
Born: 5/7/1906 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 4/9/1988 in El Paso, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-09-18 | Final Game: 1937-09-09
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Sydney Harry Cohen
Biography
Syd Cohen was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1934 to 1937. Born in 1906, Cohen made his mark in the major leagues during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the evolution of pitching styles and strategies. Throughout his brief career, he appeared in a total of 10 games, finishing with a record of 3 wins and 7 losses. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 4.54, showcasing the challenges he faced on the mound during a time when offensive prowess was beginning to rise.
Cohen's playing style was reflective of the era, which saw pitchers adapting to the increasing power of hitters. He recorded 49 strikeouts and notched 5 saves, demonstrating his ability to perform in high-pressure situations. Although his career was relatively short, Cohen contributed to the game in a significant way, embodying the spirit of perseverance and competition that defined baseball during the late 1930s. His journey through the majors remains a testament to the many players who shaped the sport in its formative years.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 55 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 109.0 | 133 | 55 | 7 | 37 | 49 | 4.54 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 25 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 7.50 | - |
| 1936 | WSN | AL | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.0 | 44 | 21 | 14 | 21 | 5.25 | - |
| 1937 | WSN | AL | 2 | 4 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 55.0 | 64 | 19 | 17 | 22 | 3.11 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 33 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.152 | 0.176 | 0.152 | 0.328 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 4 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | WSN | AL | 19 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | WSN | AL | 33 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 55 | 0 | 7 | 41 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WS1 | P | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1934 | WS1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | WS1 | P | 19 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | WS1 | P | 33 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 55 |
| Left Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa | AL | 1925, 1926, 1927 |