Pinky Woods
Born: 5/22/1920 in Waterbury, CT, USA
Died: 10/29/1982 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-06-20 | Final Game: 1945-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: George Rowland Woods
Biography
Pinky Woods was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1943 to 1945. Born in 1920, Woods made his mark during a unique period in baseball history, as the sport was navigating the challenges of World War II and the subsequent integration of the game. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 13 wins and 21 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.97, demonstrating his effectiveness on the mound despite facing stiff competition during the war years.
Woods recorded a total of 124 strikeouts and notched 3 saves throughout his time in the league, showcasing his ability to secure games and strike out opposing hitters. His career unfolded in an era when many star players were serving in the military, leading to a mix of seasoned veterans and young talents on the field. While his career was relatively brief, Woods contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during a transformative time, leaving an enduring legacy as a skilled pitcher in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 21 | 85 | 44 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 378.7 | 388 | 167 | 13 | 206 | 124 | 3.97 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | BOS | AL | 5 | 6 | 23 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 100.7 | 109 | 55 | 55 | 32 | 4.92 | -2275.6 |
| 1944 | BOS | AL | 4 | 8 | 38 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 170.7 | 171 | 62 | 88 | 56 | 3.27 | -1414.1 |
| 1945 | BOS | AL | 4 | 7 | 24 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 107.3 | 108 | 50 | 63 | 36 | 4.19 | -1202.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 126 | 4 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.190 | 0.209 | 0.230 | 0.439 | -387.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | BOS | AL | 23 | 36 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | BOS | AL | 38 | 48 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.146 | -387.7 |
| 1945 | BOS | AL | 24 | 42 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 85 | 0 | 30 | 82 | 3 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | BOS | P | 23 | 0 | 9 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| 1944 | BOS | P | 38 | 0 | 13 | 37 | 1 | 3 |
| 1945 | BOS | P | 24 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 85 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Holy Cross | Worcester | MA | 1940, 1941 |