Marv Rotblatt
Born: 10/18/1927 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 7/16/2013 in Niles, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-07-04 | Final Game: 1951-07-22
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Marvin Rotblatt
Biography
Marv Rotblatt, born in 1927, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from July 4, 1948, to July 22, 1951. Rotblatt made his mark during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, as the sport was evolving in the post-World War II era, characterized by a surge in talent and the integration of African American players. Throughout his career, he played a key role on the mound, showcasing a competitive spirit that contributed to his team's efforts during this dynamic time in baseball history.
Over the course of his career, Rotblatt achieved a record of 4-3 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.82. He struck out 30 batters and recorded 2 saves, demonstrating his ability to handle pressure situations and contribute effectively in relief roles. While his statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, his contributions were vital to the teams for which he played, embodying the tenacity and dedication often associated with pitchers of his era. Rotblatt's legacy remains a testament to the spirit of the game during a pivotal time in its development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 74.7 | 74 | 40 | 6 | 51 | 30 | 4.82 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 19 | 16 | 23 | 4 | 7.85 | - |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6.23 | - |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 4 | 2 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 47.7 | 44 | 18 | 23 | 20 | 3.40 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.062 | 0.000 | 0.062 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | CHW | AL | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 26 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 35 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | CHA | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1950 | CHA | P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | CHA | P | 26 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948 |