Dick Fowler
Born: 3/30/1921 in Toronto, ON, CAN
Died: 5/22/1972 in Oneonta, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-13 | Final Game: 1952-09-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Richard John Fowler
Biography
Dick Fowler was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1941 to 1952. Born in 1921, Fowler made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, navigating the challenges of World War II, which affected many players' careers and the overall competitive landscape of the league. Over his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 66-79 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.11. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded a total of 382 strikeouts throughout his time on the mound. Additionally, Fowler contributed to his teams with four saves, showcasing his versatility and reliability as a pitcher.
Fowler's career spanned over a decade, during which he played for multiple teams, including the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago White Sox. His style of play was characterized by a solid fastball and a strong competitive spirit, making him a respected presence on the field. Despite the ups and downs reflected in his win-loss record, Fowler's contributions to his teams and the game during a unique era in baseball history remain a notable part of his legacy. His journey through the league exemplified the resilience and passion of players during a time when the sport was evolving both on and off the field.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 79 | 221 | 170 | 75 | 11 | 4 | 1303.0 | 1367 | 595 | 96 | 578 | 382 | 4.11 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | AL | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 26 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 3.38 | -767.9 |
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 6 | 11 | 31 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 140.0 | 159 | 77 | 45 | 38 | 4.95 | -2025.3 |
| 1945 | PHA | AL | 1 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 37.3 | 41 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 4.82 | 351.8 |
| 1946 | PHA | AL | 9 | 16 | 32 | 28 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 205.7 | 213 | 75 | 75 | 89 | 3.28 | -1053.7 |
| 1947 | PHA | AL | 12 | 11 | 36 | 31 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 227.3 | 210 | 71 | 85 | 75 | 2.81 | 1202.0 |
| 1948 | PHA | AL | 15 | 8 | 29 | 26 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 204.7 | 221 | 86 | 76 | 50 | 3.78 | -935.4 |
| 1949 | PHA | AL | 15 | 11 | 31 | 28 | 15 | 4 | 1 | 213.7 | 210 | 89 | 115 | 43 | 3.75 | -2371.3 |
| 1950 | PHA | AL | 1 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 66.7 | 75 | 48 | 56 | 15 | 6.48 | -3035.3 |
| 1951 | PHA | AL | 5 | 11 | 22 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 | 141 | 78 | 72 | 29 | 5.62 | -2796.8 |
| 1952 | PHA | AL | 1 | 2 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 58.7 | 71 | 42 | 28 | 14 | 6.44 | -1089.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | 472 | 22 | 88 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 15 | 69 | 0.186 | 0.213 | 0.218 | 0.431 | -2527.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | AL | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 32 | 50 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.160 | -399.3 |
| 1945 | PHA | AL | 11 | 18 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | PHA | AL | 32 | 71 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.183 | -525.3 |
| 1947 | PHA | AL | 36 | 82 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0.171 | -706.4 |
| 1948 | PHA | AL | 29 | 82 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.171 | -594.8 |
| 1949 | PHA | AL | 31 | 77 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0.234 | -301.7 |
| 1950 | PHA | AL | 11 | 26 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.192 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | PHA | AL | 22 | 42 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | PHA | AL | 18 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 221 | 0 | 83 | 201 | 13 | 20 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1942 | PHA | P | 31 | 0 | 8 | 18 | 3 | 2 |
| 1945 | PHA | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1946 | PHA | P | 32 | 0 | 13 | 29 | 3 | 2 |
| 1947 | PHA | P | 36 | 0 | 14 | 29 | 2 | 1 |
| 1948 | PHA | P | 29 | 0 | 10 | 30 | 1 | 4 |
| 1949 | PHA | P | 31 | 0 | 15 | 46 | 1 | 5 |
| 1950 | PHA | P | 11 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 2 |
| 1951 | PHA | P | 22 | 0 | 11 | 16 | 2 | 3 |
| 1952 | PHA | P | 18 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 221 |