Sam Lowry
Born: 3/25/1920 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 12/1/1992 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1942-09-19 | Final Game: 1943-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Samuel Joseph Lowry
Biography
Sam Lowry was a professional baseball player born in 1920, whose career spanned a brief period from 1942 to 1943. Primarily a position player, Lowry made his mark in the major leagues during a time when World War II had a significant impact on the sport, with many players serving in the military. Despite the challenges of the era, he managed to appear in six games during his career, showcasing his determination to compete at the highest level of the game.
Throughout his time in the majors, Lowry recorded one hit in 7 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .143. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs during his limited opportunities, his presence on the field contributed to the fabric of baseball during a tumultuous time in American history. Lowry's career, while not statistically prolific, remains a testament to the spirit of perseverance that characterized many players of the era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.0 | 21 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 5.14 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6.00 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 18 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 5.00 | -436.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.143 | 0.143 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | PHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | PHA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |