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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | NYY | AL | 80 | 236 | 48 | 73 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 4 | 24 | 15 | 0.309 | 289.5 |
| 1930 | NYY | AL | 117 | 464 | 93 | 134 | 20 | 8 | 3 | 52 | 14 | 45 | 40 | 0.289 | -517.5 |
| 1931 | NYY | AL | 155 | 610 | 100 | 171 | 35 | 9 | 10 | 107 | 13 | 88 | 54 | 0.280 | 1329.7 |
| 1932 | NYY | AL | 91 | 280 | 56 | 65 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 39 | 9 | 52 | 28 | 0.232 | -89.6 |
| 1933 | NYY | AL | 52 | 127 | 25 | 28 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 28 | 17 | 0.220 | -61.4 |
| 1934 | BOS | AL | 129 | 419 | 58 | 101 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 54 | 12 | 66 | 51 | 0.241 | -659.5 |
| 1934 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | -659.5 |
| 1935 | SLA | AL | 93 | 371 | 78 | 107 | 25 | 7 | 2 | 35 | 25 | 64 | 43 | 0.288 | 847.9 |
| 1935 | WSN | AL | 39 | 103 | 8 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 10 | 0.194 | 847.9 |
| 1936 | SLA | AL | 155 | 619 | 112 | 179 | 30 | 6 | 2 | 52 | 37 | 117 | 54 | 0.289 | 841.9 |
| 1937 | CLE | AL | 156 | 644 | 110 | 187 | 46 | 7 | 8 | 77 | 18 | 88 | 64 | 0.290 | 1216.4 |
| 1938 | CLE | AL | 141 | 568 | 94 | 152 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 51 | 23 | 88 | 65 | 0.268 | 27.2 |
| 1939 | BRO | NL | 29 | 31 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 0.161 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | CLE | AL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | STL | NL | 34 | 75 | 11 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 16 | 15 | 0.187 | 0.0 |
| 1940 | SLA | AL | 27 | 54 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.056 | -614.1 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | NYA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | NYA | 3B | 55 | 0 | 38 | 95 | 8 | 10 |
| 1929 | NYA | SS | 14 | 0 | 26 | 51 | 3 | 9 |
| 1930 | NYA | SS | 113 | 0 | 224 | 324 | 35 | 58 |
| 1931 | NYA | SS | 155 | 0 | 321 | 484 | 46 | 85 |
| 1932 | NYA | 1B | 5 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1932 | NYA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | NYA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1932 | NYA | SS | 80 | 0 | 152 | 218 | 23 | 39 |
| 1932 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | NYA | 1B | 3 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1933 | NYA | 3B | 28 | 0 | 32 | 44 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | NYA | SS | 16 | 0 | 12 | 28 | 2 | 4 |
| 1933 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | BOS | SS | 129 | 0 | 260 | 396 | 24 | 66 |
| 1934 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1935 | SLA | SS | 93 | 0 | 258 | 306 | 22 | 66 |
| 1935 | WS1 | SS | 30 | 0 | 63 | 78 | 7 | 13 |
| 1936 | SLA | SS | 155 | 0 | 339 | 495 | 38 | 88 |
| 1937 | CLE | SS | 156 | 0 | 325 | 489 | 31 | 95 |
| 1938 | CLE | SS | 141 | 0 | 296 | 399 | 26 | 88 |
| 1939 | BRO | 3B | 7 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 1939 | BRO | SS | 12 | 0 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 5 |
| 1939 | CLE | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1939 | SLN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | SLN | SS | 30 | 0 | 51 | 71 | 5 | 9 |
| 1940 | SLA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | SLA | SS | 12 | 0 | 27 | 32 | 3 | 7 |
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 |