Mel Behney
Born: 9/2/1947 in Newark, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-08-14 | Final Game: 1970-09-20
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Melvin Brian Behney
Biography
Mel Behney, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the 1970 season. His career, although short-lived, was marked by his role as a position player. Behney played in a total of 5 games but did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the challenges he faced at the highest level of the sport, his presence in the major leagues during a transformative time in baseball history is noteworthy.
Behney's career unfolded during an era characterized by the evolving dynamics of the game, including the transition from the deadball era to more offensive-minded play. While he may not have left a statistical mark in the league, his journey through professional baseball reflects the aspirations and challenges faced by many players striving to make their mark in the competitive landscape of major league baseball. His brief stint serves as a reminder of the many players who have contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport, regardless of the length of their careers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CIN | NL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 4.50 | -514.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CIN | NL | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CIN | P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | MI | 1967, 1968 |