Ray Starr

Ray Starr was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1932 to 1945. Born in 1906, he made a name for himself in Major League Baseball during an era that bridged the Great Depression and World War II. Starr played with a competitive spirit and showcased a solid skill set on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 37-35 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.53. Over the course of his career, he struck out 189 batters and recorded four saves, contributing to his teams’ efforts in a challenging period for the sport. Starr earned an All-Star selection, marking him as one of the notable pitchers of his time. His presence in the league during the 1930s and 1940s placed him among a generation of players who faced unique societal and economic challenges, yet continued to excel on the field. While not always in the spotlight, Starr's contributions to his teams and the game as a whole remain a testament to his perseverance and talent as a pitcher in a transformative era of baseball.