Al Piechota

Al Piechota, born in 1914, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the major leagues from 1940 to 1941. His career, although brief, was marked by his contributions to the teams he played for during a tumultuous period in baseball history, as the sport was on the cusp of entering World War II. Piechota's tenure in the league saw him compete during a time when the game was transitioning away from the offensive-minded strategies of the 1930s to a more balanced approach. Throughout his career, Piechota recorded a win-loss record of 2-5 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.66 over his appearances. He struck out 18 batters but did not register any saves, reflecting his role as a pitcher who primarily took the mound during games rather than in closing situations. Despite the limited statistical impact, Piechota's presence on the mound contributed to the fabric of the game during a period when many players were enlisting for military service, marking a time of both challenges and change for Major League Baseball.