Red Steiner

Red Steiner, born in 1915, made a brief but notable impact in Major League Baseball during the 1945 season. He played as a position player primarily for the team during a time when the league was still recovering from the disruptions of World War II, which had led to a unique mix of talent on the field. Over the course of his career, Steiner participated in 38 games, registering 15 hits, 6 RBIs, and finishing with a batting average of .19. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, his contributions came at a time when the game was evolving and players were being integrated into the league after the war. Steiner’s career was relatively short-lived, spanning from May 11, 1945, to September 29 of the same year, reflecting the challenges faced by many players during that transitional period in baseball history. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the legends of the game, Steiner's presence on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during a significant era, bridging the gap between the pre-war game and the modern era that would follow.