Bama Rowell
Born: 1/13/1916 in Citronelle, AL, USA
Died: 8/16/1993 in Citronelle, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1939-09-03 | Final Game: 1948-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Carvel William Rowell
Biography
Bama Rowell was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1939 to 1948. Born in 1916, Rowell played as a position player across 574 games during his career, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder and outfielder. He finished his career with 523 hits, 19 home runs, and 217 RBIs, while maintaining a solid batting average of .275. His speed on the bases was notable, as he recorded 37 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to both hit for average and contribute to his team's offensive production.
Rowell's career unfolded during a transformative era for baseball, navigating the tail end of the Great Depression and the upheavals of World War II. He played for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Athletics, where he developed a reputation for his versatility and consistency. Though he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Rowell's contributions to the game during his active years earned him a respected place in baseball history, reflecting the spirit and resilience of players from that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 574 | 1901 | 200 | 523 | 95 | 26 | 19 | 217 | 37 | 113 | 105 | 0.275 | 0.316 | 0.382 | 0.699 | -1193.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | BSN | NL | 21 | 59 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.186 | -369.0 |
| 1940 | BSN | NL | 130 | 486 | 46 | 148 | 19 | 8 | 3 | 58 | 12 | 18 | 22 | 0.305 | -119.3 |
| 1941 | BSN | NL | 138 | 483 | 49 | 129 | 23 | 6 | 7 | 60 | 11 | 39 | 36 | 0.267 | -154.5 |
| 1946 | BSN | NL | 95 | 293 | 37 | 82 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 31 | 5 | 29 | 15 | 0.280 | 344.0 |
| 1947 | BSN | NL | 113 | 384 | 48 | 106 | 23 | 2 | 5 | 40 | 7 | 18 | 14 | 0.276 | -313.5 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 77 | 196 | 15 | 47 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 0.240 | -581.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 246 | 0 | 552 | 708 | 74 | 167 |
| 3B | 24 | 0 | 25 | 26 | 9 | 4 |
| OF | 239 | 0 | 464 | 16 | 26 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | BSN | OF | 16 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 1940 | BSN | 2B | 115 | 0 | 251 | 360 | 30 | 81 |
| 1940 | BSN | OF | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1941 | BSN | 2B | 112 | 0 | 265 | 312 | 40 | 81 |
| 1941 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1941 | BSN | OF | 14 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1946 | BSN | OF | 85 | 0 | 168 | 8 | 4 | 2 |
| 1947 | BSN | 2B | 7 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1947 | BSN | 3B | 4 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1947 | BSN | OF | 100 | 0 | 202 | 4 | 12 | 0 |
| 1948 | PHI | 2B | 12 | 0 | 27 | 25 | 3 | 4 |
| 1948 | PHI | 3B | 18 | 0 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 3 |
| 1948 | PHI | OF | 17 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 246 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Left Field | 189 |
| Center Field | 35 |
| Right Field | 19 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 21th | 10.0 | 336 | 0 |