Sam Ewing
Born: 4/9/1949 in Lewisburg, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-09-11 | Final Game: 1978-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Samuel James Ewing
Biography
Sam Ewing was a professional baseball player born in 1949, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1973 to 1978. Ewing played primarily as a position player and participated in a total of 167 games during his career. He recorded 92 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .255. Ewing showcased his power at the plate with 6 home runs and drove in 47 runs, while also stealing 1 base throughout his time in the league.
Ewing's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball, marked by the evolution of player conditioning and the increasing emphasis on offense. While he may not have been a superstar, his contributions on the field reflected the hard-working ethos of the players of his time. Ewing's versatility and ability to perform in various roles made him a valuable asset to his teams, and his legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 167 | 361 | 31 | 92 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 47 | 1 | 28 | 65 | 0.255 | 0.308 | 0.352 | 0.659 | -255.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 11 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 19 | 41 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.220 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 97 | 244 | 24 | 70 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 34 | 1 | 19 | 42 | 0.287 | -14.5 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 40 | 56 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.179 | -240.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 7 | 4 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| OF | 49 | 41 | 69 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | CHA | 1B | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| 1976 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | TOR | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | TOR | OF | 46 | 39 | 65 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1978 | TOR | OF | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 7 |
| Left Field | 15 |
| Right Field | 35 |
| Designated Hitter | 48 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee | Knoxville | TN | 1968, 1969, 1970 |