Sam Nahem
Born: 10/19/1915 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 4/19/2004 in Berkeley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1938-10-02 | Final Game: 1948-09-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Samuel Ralph Nahem
Biography
Sam Nahem was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1938 to 1948. Born in 1915, Nahem's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the prelude to World War II and the early years of the post-war era. He made his debut with the New York Giants and later played for the Philadelphia Phillies. Over the course of his career, Nahem compiled a win-loss record of 10-8, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.69. He recorded a total of 101 strikeouts and achieved one save, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles.
Nahem was known for his versatility on the mound, which was a valuable asset during a time when pitchers often faced heavy workloads. While he may not have been a superstar, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for during a competitive era in baseball. His career, although not filled with overwhelming statistics, reflected the dedication and resilience of many players during a time when the sport was evolving and expanding in popularity. Nahem's legacy is a reminder of the many players who shaped the game in the shadows of its more celebrated stars.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 8 | 90 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 224.3 | 222 | 117 | 8 | 127 | 101 | 4.69 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | STL | NL | 5 | 2 | 26 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 81.7 | 76 | 27 | 38 | 31 | 2.98 | - |
| 1942 | PHI | NL | 1 | 3 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.7 | 72 | 41 | 40 | 38 | 4.94 | 93.1 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 3 | 3 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 68 | 46 | 45 | 30 | 7.02 | -1259.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 61 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.164 | 0.177 | 0.164 | 0.341 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | STL | NL | 26 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.174 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | PHI | NL | 35 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 28 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 90 | 0 | 13 | 50 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BRO | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1941 | SLN | P | 26 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| 1942 | PHI | P | 35 | 0 | 6 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 1948 | PHI | P | 28 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 90 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn College - The City University of New York | Brooklyn | NY | 1934, 1935 |