Marv Blaylock
Born: 9/30/1929 in Fort Smith, AR, USA
Died: 10/23/1993 in Conway, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-09-26 | Final Game: 1957-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Marvin Edward Blaylock
Biography
Marv Blaylock was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues from 1950 to 1957. Born in 1929, Blaylock played as a position player over the course of his career, participating in 287 games. He compiled a total of 175 hits, which included 15 home runs and 78 runs batted in, contributing to his overall batting average of .235. Known for his versatility on the field, Blaylock also showcased his speed with 11 stolen bases, reflecting the aggressive style of play that characterized the era.
Blaylock's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the constraints of the deadball era and into a time of burgeoning offensive production. Though he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a solid player were notable in the context of the game during the 1950s. After retiring in 1957, Marv Blaylock remained a part of baseball history, remembered for his dedication and the role he played in a dynamic period of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 287 | 746 | 96 | 175 | 21 | 15 | 15 | 78 | 11 | 84 | 137 | 0.235 | 0.314 | 0.363 | 0.677 | -1061.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | NY1 | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 113 | 259 | 30 | 54 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 24 | 6 | 31 | 43 | 0.208 | -810.4 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 136 | 460 | 61 | 117 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 50 | 5 | 50 | 86 | 0.254 | -251.1 |
| 1957 | PHI | NL | 37 | 26 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 213 | 166 | 1496 | 117 | 13 | 121 |
| OF | 8 | 9 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | PHI | 1B | 77 | 55 | 528 | 44 | 5 | 35 |
| 1955 | PHI | OF | 6 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1956 | PHI | 1B | 124 | 110 | 949 | 72 | 8 | 86 |
| 1956 | PHI | OF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | PHI | 1B | 12 | 1 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | PHI | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 212 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | Fort Smith | AR | 1947 |