Lyn Lary, baseball player, 1929-1940

Lyn Lary

Born: 1/28/1906 in Armona, CA, USA

Died: 1/9/1973 in Downey, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1929-05-11 | Final Game: 1940-08-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Lynford Hobart Lary

Biography

Lyn Lary was a professional baseball player born in 1906, whose career spanned from 1929 until 1940. He played primarily as a position player, making a notable impact in the Major Leagues during a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded game that characterized the 1930s. Over the course of his career, Lary appeared in 1,302 games, amassing 1,239 hits and achieving a batting average of .269. His offensive contributions included 38 home runs and 526 runs batted in (RBIs), demonstrating his ability to produce at the plate. In addition to his hitting prowess, Lary showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 162 bases throughout his career. This combination of hitting ability and speed made him a valuable asset to his teams. Lary's playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball during his era, where a blend of power and speed became increasingly important. His legacy remains a testament to the contributions of players from that generation, as they paved the way for future stars in the game. Lary's career concluded on August 7, 1940, and he is remembered for his solid performance and competitive spirit that defined his time in Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1302 4603 805 1239 247 56 38 526 162 705 470 0.269 0.369 0.372 0.741 1799.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 9 0 41 1 1 4
2B 5 0 3 2 0 0
3B 95 0 79 149 17 16
OF 2 0 0 0 0 0
SS 1138 0 2373 3388 268 632

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 10
Second Base 5
Third Base 96
Shortstop 1138
Left Field 2

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1937 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 4.0 80 0
1935 Most Valuable Player AL 24th 1.0 80 0