Tom Knowlson

Tom Knowlson was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1895, whose career in Major League Baseball spanned a brief period from July 3, 1915, to September 23, 1915. Despite the short duration of his time in the league, Knowlson made an impression with his competitive spirit and pitching ability during a transitional era in baseball, shortly before the onset of the Deadball Era's decline. Throughout his career, Knowlson compiled a record of 4-6 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.49, showcasing his capacity to keep runs to a minimum. He struck out 24 batters during his tenure, demonstrating his effectiveness on the mound. Although he did not record any saves, his contributions as a pitcher were significant for the teams he played for during the early 20th century, a time when the game was evolving and the strategies of pitching were becoming increasingly sophisticated.