Bob Savage

Bob Savage was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1942 to 1949. Born in 1921, Savage made his debut during a period marked by World War II, which significantly impacted the composition of baseball rosters and the overall talent pool in the league. Throughout his career, he played for several teams, showcasing his skills on the mound amidst the challenges of the era. Savage concluded his career with a win-loss record of 16-27 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.32, demonstrating his resilience as a competitor in a league that was experiencing a dynamic shift in player talent due to wartime enlistments. He recorded a total of 171 strikeouts and finished with 9 saves, reflecting his capabilities as both a starter and a reliever. His contributions to the game came during a transitional time, as baseball began to emerge from the shadows of the Great Depression and the war, setting the stage for the dramatic changes that would follow in the late 1940s and beyond.