Walt Devoy
Born: 3/14/1885 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 12/17/1953 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-09-13 | Final Game: 1909-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Walter Joseph Devoy
Biography
Walt Devoy was a professional baseball player born in 1885, who played in the early years of the 20th century. His career, though brief, spanned from 1909 to 1909, during which he appeared in 19 games as a position player. Devoy showcased his hitting ability, accumulating 17 hits and driving in 8 runs, culminating in a batting average of .246. While he did not hit any home runs, he demonstrated speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases, illustrating his agility and base-running prowess.
Devoy's playing career unfolded during a time of significant transition in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era and beginning to embrace a more dynamic style of play. Although his time in the major leagues was limited, Devoy's contributions to his team reflected the competitive spirit of the early 1900s, when players often juggled multiple roles and faced a changing landscape in professional baseball. His legacy, like that of many players from his era, remains a testament to the evolution of the game and the diverse talents that contributed to its rich history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 69 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 0.246 | 0.278 | 0.319 | 0.597 | -57.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | SLA | AL | 19 | 69 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 0.246 | -57.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 2 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 16 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | SLA | 1B | 3 | 2 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1909 | SLA | OF | 16 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Right Field | 17 |