Marv Lane
Born: 1/18/1950 in Sandersville, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-09-04 | Final Game: 1976-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Marvin Lane
Biography
Marv Lane was a position player in Major League Baseball who had a career spanning from 1971 to 1976. Born in 1950, Lane made his debut during an era characterized by a transition in the game, as teams began to emphasize power hitting and the influence of advanced strategies took root. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 90 games, where he showcased his skills primarily as a utility player.
During his time in the league, Lane recorded 37 hits, including 3 home runs, while driving in 17 runs with a batting average of .207. He also demonstrated some speed on the bases, contributing 2 stolen bases to his overall performance. Although his statistics may not reflect a standout career, Lane's versatility and ability to adapt to various positions were valued by his teams. His journey through the league provides a glimpse into the evolving landscape of baseball during the 1970s, a time that would set the stage for future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 179 | 23 | 37 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 2 | 28 | 42 | 0.207 | 0.312 | 0.296 | 0.609 | -135.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | DET | AL | 8 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | DET | AL | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | DET | AL | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 50 | 103 | 16 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 19 | 24 | 0.233 | 76.9 |
| 1976 | DET | AL | 18 | 48 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0.188 | -212.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 74 | 45 | 109 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | DET | OF | 6 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | DET | OF | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | DET | OF | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | DET | OF | 46 | 29 | 70 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | DET | OF | 15 | 10 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 57 |
| Center Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 13 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |