Sam Odom

Born: 4/23/1919 in Gordon, GA, USA

Died: 8/14/1977 in Cincinnati, OH, USA

Throws: L | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Samuel Odom

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Biography

Sam Odom, born in 1919, is an active position player who has made his mark in the world of baseball. With a career spanning beyond the typical confines of the game, Odom is a testament to perseverance and longevity in a sport that continually evolves. Despite having played only 2 games, he has already etched his name in the annals of baseball history, showcasing his talent and determination at a competitive level. His career statistics reflect a batting average of 0.2, with 1 hit in his brief appearances, a statistic that represents the challenges faced by players in making a significant impact in the sport. Odom's journey unfolds in an era where the game is characterized by fierce competition and a constant influx of emerging talent. As he continues to play, he embodies the spirit of resilience and adaptability that defines many players who strive to leave their mark in baseball. Though he has yet to achieve traditional milestones such as home runs or RBIs, Odom's story is one of ongoing dedication, and his presence in the game serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	2	2	2	1	0	0	12.7	22	12	3	9	14	8.53	0

Career ERA 8.53 vs. league average 3.59 across their career seasons — 137.4% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1946	CIC	NAL	0	2	2	2	1	0	0	12.7	22	12	9	14	8.53	3.59 (-137%)	-633.6

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	0.200	0.200	0.400	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — 22.1% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 39.2% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — 44.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.400 vs. league average 0.687 across their career seasons — 41.8% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1946	CIC	NAL	2	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	2	2	1	4	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1946	CIC	P	2	2	1	4	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	2