Ralph Schwamb

Born: 8/6/1926 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

Died: 12/21/1989 in Lancaster, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1948-07-25 | Final Game: 1948-09-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 198 lbs

Full name: Ralph Richard Schwamb

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Biography

Ralph Schwamb was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1926, who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the summer of 1948. Schwamb's career spanned from July 25, 1948, to September 18, 1948, during a time when baseball was experiencing a post-war resurgence, drawing fans back to the ballparks. His tenure in the league was highlighted by a record of 1-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 8.53, reflecting the challenges faced by many pitchers during that era as they adjusted to the evolving styles of offensive play. Despite a limited career, Schwamb's presence on the mound contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. He recorded 7 strikeouts over his time in the majors, showcasing moments of individual skill and determination amidst the competitive landscape of the late 1940s. Although he did not achieve notable accolades or extended statistics, Schwamb remains a part of the legacy of pitchers who endeavored to make their mark in the sport during a transformative period in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
1	1	12	5	0	0	0	31.7	44	30	3	21	7	8.53	0

Career ERA 8.53 vs. league average 4.10 across their career seasons — 107.8% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1948	SLA	AL	1	1	12	5	0	0	0	31.7	44	30	21	7	8.53	4.10 (-108%)	-1155.2

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
12	10	1	3	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	0.300	0.364	0.400	0.764	0.0

Career AVG .300 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — +13.8% above league average.

Career OBP .364 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — +6.9% above league average.

Career SLG .400 vs. league average .379 across their career seasons — +5.5% above league average.

Career OPS 0.764 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — +6.2% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1948	SLA	AL	12	10	1	3	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	0.300	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	12	0	2	8	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1948	SLA	P	12	0	2	8	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	12