Joseph Emil Bowman (June 17, 1910 – November 22, 1990) [1] was an American professional baseball pitcher.

A starter most of his career, Bowman also filled various relief roles coming out from the bullpen, as a closer or a middle reliever, and as a set-up man as well.

In an 11-season career, Bowman posted a 77–96 record with a 4.40 ERA and 11 saves in 298 appearances, including 184 starts, 74 complete games, five shutouts, and 14652⁄3 innings pitched.

After his playing career, Joe Bowman was a minor league player and manager before becoming a successful baseball scout.

In that role, Bowman was instrumental in assembling a scouting staff and finding the players who would become the core of the Oakland Athletics' three World Series Champion teams from 1972 to 1974.