Larry Eschen
Born: 9/22/1920 in Suffern, NY, USA
Died: 6/9/2015 in Gainesville, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1942-06-16 | Final Game: 1942-07-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Lawrence Edward Eschen
Biography
Larry Eschen was a professional baseball player born in 1920, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the early 1940s. He played as a position player for a short stint from June 16 to July 17, 1942. Despite his limited time on the field, Eschen's entrance into the league occurred during a tumultuous period in American history, as World War II had begun to significantly affect the sport, leading to a depletion of talent due to enlistment.
Throughout his career, Eschen appeared in 12 games but struggled to make a substantial impact, finishing with a batting average of .0, and recording no hits, home runs, or RBIs. His professional journey exemplified the challenges faced by many players during this era, where competition was fierce and opportunities were scarce. While his statistics may not reflect the success of some of his contemporaries, Eschen's dedication to the game during a challenging time remains a part of baseball's storied history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.267 | 0.000 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 12 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 7 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | PHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | PHA | SS | 7 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 7 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Lawrence University | Canton | NY | 1940, 1941, 1942 |