Bob Lawson

Bob Lawson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1901 to 1907. Born in 1875, Lawson's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, marked by the evolution of pitching techniques and the strategic changes of the early 20th century. He played for several teams during his tenure, including stints with the Chicago Orphans and the New York Highlanders. Throughout his career, Lawson recorded a win-loss record of 2-4 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.66 over his appearances on the mound. He struck out 17 batters, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters despite not achieving a high volume of strikeouts typical of later eras. While he did not record any saves, Lawson contributed to his teams during a time when the role of the pitcher was paramount in shaping game outcomes. His playing style reflected the gritty determination of early 20th-century hurlers, laying the groundwork for future generations of pitchers in a rapidly evolving sport.