Bob Ferguson
Born: 4/18/1919 in Birmingham, AL, USA
Died: 5/23/2008 in Wetumpka, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-04-29 | Final Game: 1944-06-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Robert Lester Ferguson
Biography
Bob Ferguson was a professional baseball player born in 1919, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned from April 29, 1944, to June 3, 1944. Primarily serving as a position player, Ferguson made a notable mark during a tumultuous time in baseball history, as the sport was still recovering from the impacts of World War II. His time in the major leagues was limited, as he played in only 9 games.
Despite his short stint, Ferguson managed to achieve a batting average of .333, recording 1 hit during his time on the field. His performance, while modest in terms of overall statistics, demonstrated his potential as a player. Unfortunately, Ferguson's professional baseball career did not extend beyond the 1944 season, leaving him with a legacy defined by his brief but impactful presence in the game. He remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the sport during challenging times.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16.0 | 24 | 16 | 3 | 10 | 9 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | CIN | NL | 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16.0 | 24 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 9.00 | -1036.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | CIN | NL | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | CIN | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 9 |