Howie Fox

Born: 3/1/1921 in Coburg, OR, USA

Died: 10/9/1955 in San Antonio, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1944-09-17 | Final Game: 1954-09-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Howard Francis Fox

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Biography

Howie Fox was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1944 to 1954, primarily in the Major Leagues. Born in 1921, Fox made his debut during a transformative period in baseball marked by the aftermath of World War II and the beginning of the integration era. Over the course of his career, he posted a win-loss record of 43-72 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.33. Fox's ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 342 strikeouts, showcasing his potential as a formidable pitcher on the mound. Additionally, he contributed six saves throughout his career, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Fox's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a dedication to the game that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. While he faced challenges in the win column, his performances were often marked by resilience and determination, qualities that defined many players of his era. His tenure in baseball came during a time when the sport was evolving, paving the way for future generations of players. Although his career statistics may not place him among the all-time greats, Howie Fox remains a significant figure in the history of baseball for his contributions to the game during a pivotal time.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
43	72	248	132	42	5	6	1108.3	1174	533	71	435	342	4.33	0

Career ERA 4.33 vs. league average 3.88 across their career seasons — 11.5% worse than 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
1944	CIN	NL	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	2.3	2	0	0	0	0.00	—	0.0
1945	CIN	NL	8	13	45	15	7	0	0	164.3	169	90	77	54	4.93	3.67 (-34%)	-1629.2
1946	CIN	NL	0	0	4	0	0	0	0	5.0	12	10	5	1	18.00	—	0.0
1948	CIN	NL	6	9	34	24	5	0	1	171.0	185	86	62	63	4.53	4.10 (-10%)	554.2
1949	CIN	NL	6	19	38	30	9	0	0	215.0	221	95	77	60	3.98	4.12 (+3%)	1399.3
1950	CIN	NL	11	8	34	22	10	1	1	187.0	196	90	85	64	4.33	4.36 (+1%)	438.8
1951	CIN	NL	9	14	40	30	9	4	2	228.0	239	97	69	57	3.83	4.04 (+5%)	1621.6
1952	PHI	NL	2	7	13	11	2	0	0	62.0	70	35	26	16	5.08	3.70 (-37%)	-1739.4
1954	BAL	AL	1	2	38	0	0	0	2	73.7	80	30	34	27	3.67	3.90 (+6%)	773.2

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
253	349	29	66	11	0	2	25	1	9	47	0.189	0.214	0.238	0.452	-1855.3

Career AVG .189 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 27.5% below league average.

Career OBP .214 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 36.0% below league average.

Career SLG .238 vs. league average .375 across their career seasons — 36.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.452 vs. league average 0.709 across their career seasons — 36.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1944	CIN	NL	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1945	CIN	NL	45	46	6	13	1	0	5	0	2	4	0.283	—	—	—	—	0.0
1946	CIN	NL	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1948	CIN	NL	35	60	9	12	3	0	4	0	2	9	0.200	.263 (-24%)	.340 (-30%)	.379 (-34%)	.719 (-32%)	-337.6
1949	CIN	NL	41	72	3	17	3	0	5	1	0	6	0.236	.262 (-10%)	.343 (-28%)	.384 (-28%)	.727 (-28%)	-365.7
1950	CIN	NL	35	63	7	11	1	1	8	0	2	10	0.175	.265 (-34%)	.346 (-42%)	.401 (-41%)	.747 (-41%)	-470.8
1951	CIN	NL	40	70	3	8	2	1	1	0	2	11	0.114	.260 (-56%)	.336 (-59%)	.385 (-52%)	.721 (-55%)	-681.2
1952	PHI	NL	13	21	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	6	0.048	—	—	—	—	0.0
1954	BAL	AL	38	16	1	4	1	0	1	0	0	1	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0