Ed Crowley
Born: 8/6/1906 in Watkinsville, GA, USA
Died: 4/14/1970 in Birmingham, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-06-21 | Final Game: 1928-06-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Edgar Jewel Crowley
Biography
Ed Crowley was a professional baseball player born in 1906, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned just a few days from June 21 to June 23, 1928. Primarily serving as a position player, Crowley made his mark in the game during a time when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded approach. Despite his short stint, he became part of the historical fabric of the sport, representing the challenges and aspirations of players during this transitional period.
Throughout his two games in the major leagues, Crowley faced the formidable challenge of competing at the highest level, but he did not record any hits, runs batted in, or stolen bases, finishing his career with a batting average of .0. His experience underscores the competitive nature of professional baseball, where even talented athletes sometimes struggle to find their footing in the big leagues. While Crowley's time in MLB was limited, his journey serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to leave their mark on America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | WSN | AL | 2 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | WS1 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 1926, 1927, 1928 |