Ken Rowe
Born: 12/31/1933 in Ferndale, MI, USA
Died: 11/22/2012 in Dallas, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-04-14 | Final Game: 1965-05-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Darrell Rowe
Biography
Ken Rowe was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1933, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1960s. He played from 1963 until his final appearance on May 4, 1965, showcasing his talents primarily in a relief role. Throughout his brief career, Rowe compiled a record of 2 wins and 1 loss, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.57. His tenure in the majors included a total of 19 strikeouts and 1 save, reflecting his ability to contribute effectively on the mound despite not being a high-profile player.
Rowe's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into a time of greater offensive production. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Rowe's contributions in the bullpen were valuable to the teams he played for. His playing style emphasized control and strategy, allowing him to navigate challenging game situations effectively. Despite the brevity of his career, Ken Rowe remains a part of baseball history, representing the dedicated pitchers who often worked behind the scenes to support their teams.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 45.3 | 55 | 18 | 3 | 14 | 19 | 3.57 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 27.7 | 28 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 2.93 | - |
| 1964 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 8.31 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.3 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3.38 | 328.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | LAD | NL | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | BAL | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | BAL | AL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | LAN | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 1964 | BAL | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | BAL | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |