Fabian Lorenz Kowalik

Place: Falls City

Born: 1908

Death: 1954

Biography:

Fabian Lorenz Kowalik was an American professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball from 1932 to 1936 for the Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, and Boston Bees. After getting married in February 1936, Kowalik arrived at spring training for the 1936 season out of shape. He was traded several times during his career due to poor performance. Kowalik played in the minors from 1937 to 1940, retiring due to persistent arm injuries and lack of form. Born in Falls City, Texas, Kowalik died in Karnes City, Texas, on August 14, 1954, aged 46.