Marty Keough
Born: 4/14/1934 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-04-21 | Final Game: 1966-09-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Richard Martin Keough
Biography
Marty Keough, born in 1934, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1966. A versatile position player, Keough appeared in 841 games during his career, primarily serving as an outfielder. He was known for his solid contact skills and speed on the bases, finishing his career with 434 hits, 43 home runs, and 176 RBIs, alongside a batting average of .242. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he successfully swiped 26 bases throughout his time in the league.
Keough played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by shifting player dynamics and the increasing integration of the sport. While never a superstar, his contributions to teams such as the Washington Senators, Detroit Tigers, and the California Angels reflected the depth and talent present in the league during the late 1950s and early 1960s. His career, characterized by a reliable skill set and the ability to perform in various roles, solidified his place in baseball history as a dependable player in a competitive landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 841 | 1796 | 256 | 434 | 71 | 23 | 43 | 176 | 26 | 164 | 318 | 0.242 | 0.309 | 0.379 | 0.688 | -256.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | BOS | AL | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | BOS | AL | 9 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 68 | 118 | 21 | 26 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 29 | 0.220 | -435.4 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 96 | 251 | 40 | 61 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 27 | 3 | 26 | 40 | 0.243 | 118.4 |
| 1960 | BOS | AL | 38 | 105 | 15 | 26 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0.248 | -187.5 |
| 1960 | CLE | AL | 65 | 149 | 19 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 9 | 23 | 0.248 | -187.5 |
| 1961 | WS2 | AL | 135 | 390 | 57 | 97 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 34 | 12 | 32 | 60 | 0.249 | -241.7 |
| 1962 | CIN | NL | 111 | 230 | 34 | 64 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 27 | 3 | 21 | 31 | 0.278 | 313.0 |
| 1963 | CIN | NL | 95 | 172 | 21 | 39 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 21 | 1 | 25 | 37 | 0.227 | 318.8 |
| 1964 | CIN | NL | 109 | 276 | 29 | 71 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 28 | 1 | 22 | 58 | 0.257 | 145.2 |
| 1965 | CIN | NL | 62 | 43 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0.116 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | ATL | NL | 17 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | CHC | NL | 33 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 130 | 60 | 614 | 56 | 7 | 53 |
| OF | 464 | 319 | 762 | 23 | 13 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | BOS | OF | 7 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1958 | BOS | OF | 25 | 18 | 38 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | BOS | 1B | 3 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1959 | BOS | OF | 69 | 52 | 147 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1960 | BOS | OF | 29 | 24 | 58 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1960 | CLE | OF | 42 | 28 | 67 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1961 | WS2 | 1B | 10 | 9 | 95 | 6 | 1 | 8 |
| 1961 | WS2 | OF | 100 | 86 | 213 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 1962 | CIN | 1B | 29 | 17 | 148 | 20 | 2 | 11 |
| 1962 | CIN | OF | 71 | 34 | 88 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1963 | CIN | 1B | 46 | 25 | 223 | 24 | 2 | 25 |
| 1963 | CIN | OF | 28 | 16 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | CIN | 1B | 4 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1964 | CIN | OF | 81 | 56 | 105 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1965 | CIN | 1B | 32 | 3 | 74 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| 1965 | CIN | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | ATL | 1B | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | ATL | OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | CHN | OF | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 130 |
| Left Field | 123 |
| Center Field | 204 |
| Right Field | 153 |