Roy Joiner
Born: 10/30/1906 in Red Bluff, CA, USA
Died: 12/26/1989 in Red Bluff, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-04-30 | Final Game: 1940-09-15
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Roy Merrill Joiner
Biography
Roy Joiner was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1934 to 1940. Born in 1906, Joiner's career unfolded during an era that was transitioning from the early stages of the modern game to a period characterized by increased offensive output. He made his debut in the major leagues on April 30, 1934, and concluded his playing days on September 15, 1940. Throughout his career, Joiner posted a win-loss record of 3-3, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.28, and he recorded a total of 34 strikeouts alongside 1 save.
Joiner's playing style reflected the pitching norms of his time, where hurlers often had to navigate the challenges of a game that was beginning to see more emphasis on power hitting. Despite limited opportunities, his contributions on the mound were part of a broader narrative of the era, which included a mix of veteran players and emerging talent. While Joiner's career statistics may not have placed him among the most prominent pitchers of his time, his legacy endures as a testament to the many players who shaped the game during its formative years.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 52 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 90.3 | 133 | 53 | 11 | 27 | 34 | 5.28 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 61 | 31 | 8 | 9 | 8.21 | - |
| 1935 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5.40 | - |
| 1940 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 53.0 | 66 | 20 | 17 | 25 | 3.40 | -1322.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 22 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.227 | 0.261 | 0.227 | 0.488 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHC | NL | 20 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1935 | CHC | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1940 | NY1 | NL | 30 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 52 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHN | P | 20 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1935 | CHN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | NY1 | P | 30 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 52 |