Smoky Owens

Born: 3/15/1912 in Manning, SC, USA

Died: 9/7/1942 in Geneva, OH, USA

Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Raymond Owens

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Biography

Smoky Owens, born in 1912, is an active pitcher who continues to make his mark in the game of baseball. With a career record of 11-6 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.58, Owens has established himself as a reliable presence on the mound. His ability to strike out batters is evident in his total of 47 strikeouts, complemented by 2 saves throughout his career. Owens's performance has earned him recognition as an All-Star, indicating his impact and skill level in the league. As a pitcher in the modern era, Owens demonstrates a blend of traditional and contemporary pitching techniques, showcasing not only his technical prowess but also his adaptability in today's game. His contributions on the field highlight the ongoing evolution of pitching strategies, and his presence is a testament to the enduring appeal of the sport. As he continues his career, Owens remains a key player to watch, embodying the competitive spirit and dedication that define baseball's rich history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
11 6 26 17 12 1 2 139.3 122 40 5 43 47 2.58 0

Career ERA 2.58 vs. league average 4.10 across their career seasons — 37.0% better 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
1938 JRC NAL 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 2.3 5 3 1 2 11.57 — 0.0
1939 CBR NAL 8 1 10 8 7 1 0 66.3 54 14 17 20 1.90 4.28 (+56%) 1030.4
1940 CBR NAL 1 1 4 3 0 0 0 13.3 14 3 5 6 2.02 4.21 (+52%) 254.0
1942 CCB NAL 2 4 11 5 5 0 2 57.3 49 20 20 19 3.14 3.57 (+12%) -484.8

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
29 54 3 13 2 0 0 4 0 0 0 0.241 0.241 0.278 0.519 0.0

Career AVG .241 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 9.8% below league average.

Career OBP .241 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 28.3% below league average.

Career SLG .278 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — 27.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.519 vs. league average 0.716 across their career seasons — 27.6% 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
1938 JRC NAL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1939 CBR NAL 11 27 1 6 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 0.222 — — — — 0.0
1940 CBR NAL 4 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1942 CCB NAL 13 22 2 7 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.318 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 2 1 2 0 0 0
P 26 17 4 42 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1938 JRC P 1 1 0 1 0 0
1939 CBR P 10 8 3 21 2 1
1940 CBR P 4 3 1 8 0 0
1942 CCB OF 2 1 2 0 0 0
1942 CCB P 11 5 0 12 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 26
Left Field 1
Right Field 1