Loy Hanning

Loy Hanning was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1917, who played in Major League Baseball from 1939 until 1942. Hanning's career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, which saw the impact of World War II on the sport and the eventual integration of baseball shortly after his playing days. He made his MLB debut on September 20, 1939, and concluded his career on July 25, 1942. Throughout his time in the league, Hanning recorded a win-loss record of 1-2 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.26. He struck out a total of 17 batters during his brief stint in the majors. Although he did not achieve remarkable statistical success, Hanning was part of the competitive landscape of baseball in the early 1940s, contributing to the game during a period filled with both challenges and changes. His legacy, while modest in terms of statistics, reflects the spirit of players who participated in the sport during a pivotal era.