Bob Sadowski
Born: 2/19/1938 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 8/5/2018 in Newnan, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-06-19 | Final Game: 1966-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Robert Sadowski
Biography
Bob Sadowski was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1963 to 1966. Born in 1938, Sadowski made his debut during an era marked by a transition in the game, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era into a time where pitchers had to adapt to more offensive-minded strategies. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 20 wins and 27 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.87. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded 257 strikeouts, contributing to his reputation as a capable pitcher of his time.
Sadowski's career highlights included not only his strikeout prowess but also his role in the bullpen, where he notched 8 saves. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination of pitchers in the mid-1960s. His playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit, which resonated with fans and teammates alike. Sadowski's legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the challenges and triumphs faced by players during a transformative period in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 27 | 115 | 54 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 439.7 | 416 | 189 | 41 | 130 | 257 | 3.87 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | ATL | NL | 5 | 7 | 19 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 116.7 | 99 | 34 | 30 | 72 | 2.62 | - |
| 1964 | ATL | NL | 9 | 10 | 51 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 166.7 | 159 | 76 | 56 | 96 | 4.10 | - |
| 1965 | ATL | NL | 5 | 9 | 34 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 123.0 | 117 | 59 | 35 | 78 | 4.32 | - |
| 1966 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 41 | 20 | 9 | 11 | 5.40 | -699.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | 129 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 57 | 0.101 | 0.121 | 0.109 | 0.230 | -436.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | ATL | NL | 19 | 35 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0.057 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | ATL | NL | 51 | 52 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 0.154 | -436.9 |
| 1965 | ATL | NL | 34 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0.086 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | BOS | AL | 11 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 115 | 54 | 21 | 90 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | ML1 | P | 19 | 18 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 2 |
| 1964 | ML1 | P | 51 | 18 | 9 | 43 | 1 | 1 |
| 1965 | ML1 | P | 34 | 13 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| 1966 | BOS | P | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 115 |