Joe Bonikowski

Born: 1/16/1941 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-04-12 | Final Game: 1962-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Joseph Peter Bonikowski

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Biography

Joe Bonikowski, born in 1941, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1962 until his retirement on September 28, 1962. Making his mark in the early 1960s, Bonikowski played during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, where the game was evolving with the introduction of more specialized roles for pitchers. Over the course of his brief career, he compiled a win-loss record of 5-7 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.88, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level despite the challenges faced by pitchers of his era. In addition to his overall contributions, Bonikowski struck out 45 batters and recorded 2 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness in critical situations. While his time in Major League Baseball was limited, his role as a pitcher reflected the competitive spirit of the game during the early 1960s, a time when teams began to emphasize bullpen strategies and pitching depth. Bonikowski's journey through the league serves as a reminder of the many players who have graced the diamond, each contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
5	7	30	13	3	0	2	99.7	95	43	6	38	45	3.88	0

Career ERA 3.88 vs. league average 3.96 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1962	MIN	AL	5	7	30	13	3	0	2	99.7	95	43	38	45	3.88	3.96 (+2%)	723.6

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
30	27	3	4	0	0	0	0	0	1	15	0.148	0.179	0.148	0.327	0.0

Career AVG .148 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 42.5% below league average.

Career OBP .179 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 45.2% below league average.

Career SLG .148 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 62.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.327 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 54.6% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1962	MIN	AL	30	27	3	4	0	0	0	0	0	1	15	0.148	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	30	13	7	22	0	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1962	MIN	P	30	13	7	22	0	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	30