Ox Miller
Born: 5/4/1915 in Gause, TX, USA
Died: 8/13/2007 in Beeville, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-08-07 | Final Game: 1947-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: John Anthony Miller
Biography
Ox Miller was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1943 to 1947. Born in 1915, Miller made his mark in the league during a time when the game was heavily influenced by the constraints of World War II, which saw many players serving in the military and a number of minor league talents making their way to the majors. Over the course of his career, Miller compiled a record of 4 wins and 6 losses, with a earned run average (ERA) of 6.38. He recorded a total of 27 strikeouts and achieved 1 save, showcasing his capabilities on the mound despite the challenges of the era.
Miller's playing style reflected the transitional nature of the game during the mid-1940s, as baseball was beginning to evolve with the integration of new strategies and talents. Although his career statistics may not have placed him among the elite pitchers of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for during a tumultuous period in baseball history remain noteworthy. After retiring from professional play, Miller's legacy continued to be appreciated by those who remember the unique challenges and developments that shaped the sport during his active years.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 6 | 24 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 91.7 | 123 | 65 | 12 | 33 | 27 | 6.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | SLA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 12.00 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | WSN | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 10.50 | - |
| 1945 | SLA | AL | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 23 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1.59 | -86.4 |
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35.3 | 52 | 27 | 15 | 12 | 6.88 | -1211.5 |
| 1947 | CHC | NL | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 31 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 10.12 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 27 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.259 | 0.286 | 0.407 | 0.693 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | SLA | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | WSN | AL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | SLA | AL | 6 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | CHC | NL | 4 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 24 | 0 | 10 | 17 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | SLA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | WS1 | P | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | SLA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1946 | SLA | P | 11 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1947 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 24 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University-Kingsville | Kingsville | TX | 1937 |