Buzz Boyle
Born: 2/9/1908 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
Died: 11/12/1978 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-09-11 | Final Game: 1935-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Ralph Francis Boyle
Biography
Buzz Boyle, born in 1908, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who showcased his talents from 1929 through 1935. Over the course of his career, he played in 366 games and recorded 389 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .290. Boyle's offensive contributions included 12 home runs and 125 runs batted in, reflecting his ability to drive in runs and support his team at crucial moments. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the basepaths, accumulating 24 stolen bases, which highlighted his versatility as a player.
Playing during the late 1920s and early 1930s, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game, Boyle's performance contributed to the evolving dynamics of baseball. His ability to combine hitting prowess with speed made him a valuable asset to his teams, as he adapted to the changing landscape of the sport. While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Boyle's contributions to the game remain a testament to the skill and dedication required of players in that era.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0 | 6.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.667 | 1.292 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | 4.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.500 | 2.500 |
| 1942 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 366 | 1343 | 185 | 389 | 58 | 24 | 12 | 125 | 24 | 116 | 125 | 0.290 | 0.347 | 0.395 | 0.743 | 427.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 17 | 57 | 8 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 0.263 | -65.7 |
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | BRO | NL | 93 | 338 | 38 | 101 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 31 | 7 | 16 | 24 | 0.299 | -162.4 |
| 1934 | BRO | NL | 128 | 472 | 88 | 144 | 26 | 10 | 7 | 48 | 8 | 51 | 44 | 0.305 | 1127.7 |
| 1935 | BRO | NL | 127 | 475 | 51 | 129 | 17 | 9 | 4 | 44 | 7 | 43 | 45 | 0.272 | -472.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 353 | 0 | 746 | 41 | 24 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BSN | OF | 17 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1930 | BSN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | BRO | OF | 90 | 0 | 195 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 1934 | BRO | OF | 121 | 0 | 275 | 20 | 9 | 1 |
| 1935 | BRO | OF | 124 | 0 | 244 | 18 | 10 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 83 |
| Center Field | 74 |
| Right Field | 201 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 4.0 | 80 | 0 |