Len Yochim

Len Yochim, born in 1928, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1951 to 1954. He made his mark in the Major Leagues during a period characterized by the transition from the post-war era to the early stages of the modern game. Yochim played for a brief time, making a total of 16 appearances on the mound, where he recorded a win-loss record of 1-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 7.62. Over the course of his career, he struck out 12 batters but did not register any saves. Yochim's time in the majors was marked by the challenges faced by pitchers in an era that saw the rise of powerful hitters and an evolving game. Despite a limited statistical output, his contributions to his teams during those seasons reflected the perseverance and dedication typical of players from that time. His journey through the major leagues, although brief, is a testament to the many players who contributed to the fabric of baseball during the 1950s.