Garth Mann

Garth Mann was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who made a brief but notable appearance in Major League Baseball on May 14, 1944. He played as a position player during a time when the sport was heavily impacted by World War II, which led to a significant number of players being drafted into military service. This era saw many younger and less experienced athletes receive opportunities in the majors, and Mann was among those who took the field during this tumultuous time. In his only game, Mann recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the limited statistical output of his brief career, his participation in the major leagues remains a testament to the opportunities afforded to players during the war years. Mann's singular appearance reflects both the challenges and the unique stories that emerged from baseball during this period, highlighting the resilience of the sport in adapting to the circumstances of its time.