Red Swanson

Red Swanson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1955 to 1957. Born in 1936, Swanson made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, moving away from the dominant pitching of the deadball era to a time when offensive strategies began to take hold. Throughout his career, he compiled a record of 3 wins and 3 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.9. Over the course of his time in the league, Swanson recorded a total of 34 strikeouts, but did not register any saves. Swanson's career, while brief, reflected the challenges faced by many pitchers of his time, as they navigated the evolving dynamics of the game. Playing in the mid-1950s, he contributed to his teams in key moments, though he did not achieve the level of notoriety that some of his contemporaries enjoyed. Despite the lack of overwhelming statistics, Swanson’s experience as a pitcher in the major leagues places him among the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. He retired from professional play on September 21, 1957, leaving behind a legacy as a part of the sport's ever-changing narrative.