Bob Logan
Born: 2/10/1910 in Thompson, NE, USA
Died: 5/20/1978 in Indianapolis, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-18 | Final Game: 1945-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Dean Logan
Biography
Bob Logan, born in 1910, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1935 and 1945. He played during a transformative period in the sport, navigating the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II, which significantly impacted player availability and the dynamics of the game. Logan's career spanned a decade where he showcased his skills on the mound, finishing with a record of 7-15 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.15. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded 67 strikeouts during his career, along with four saves.
Logan's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a strong command of his pitches, which allowed him to maintain a respectable ERA throughout his time in the league. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to his teams and the game itself were significant, particularly in an era that demanded resilience and adaptability from players. As a pitcher, Logan's legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the dedication and talent of athletes who participated in the sport during challenging times.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 15 | 57 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 222.7 | 245 | 78 | 9 | 81 | 67 | 3.15 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | BRO | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3.38 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6.3 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1.42 | - |
| 1937 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1938 | CHC | NL | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 22.7 | 18 | 7 | 17 | 10 | 2.78 | - |
| 1941 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 8.10 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | BSN | NL | 7 | 11 | 34 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 187.0 | 213 | 66 | 53 | 53 | 3.18 | 575.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 65 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.200 | 0.224 | 0.262 | 0.485 | -282.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | BRO | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | CHC | NL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1938 | CHC | NL | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | CIN | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | BSN | NL | 34 | 61 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.213 | -282.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 57 | 0 | 11 | 44 | 3 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | BRO | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | CHN | P | 14 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1941 | CIN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | BSN | P | 34 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 2 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 57 |