Weldon Bowlin

Born: 12/10/1940 in Paragould, AR, USA

Died: 12/8/2019 in Livingston, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1967-09-16 | Final Game: 1967-09-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Lois Weldon Bowlin

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Biography

Weldon Bowlin was a professional baseball player born in 1940, who made a brief appearance in the Major Leagues during the 1967 season. His career spanned only two games, played on September 16 and September 17 of that year, marking him as one of the many players whose time in the spotlight was fleeting. Bowlin played as a position player and concluded his brief stint with a batting average of 0.2, recording one hit in his limited opportunities at the plate. Despite not tallying any home runs or RBIs, Bowlin's presence in the major leagues reflects the depth and breadth of talent that circulates through the sport, often leading to short-lived careers. Bowlin's time in the Major Leagues came during a transformative era in baseball, as the game was evolving from the tail end of the deadball era into a more offense-oriented approach. His experiences encapsulate the stories of many players who, despite limited success, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. While Bowlin's career may not have been marked by significant statistical achievements, it serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to reach the major leagues, adding to the lore of America's pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	0.200	0.200	0.400	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .242 across their career seasons — 17.5% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .306 across their career seasons — 34.7% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .357 across their career seasons — 44.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.400 vs. league average 0.664 across their career seasons — 39.7% 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
1967	KC1	AL	2	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
3B	2	2	0	4	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1967	KC1	3B	2	2	0	4	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Third Base	2