Tony Lyons
Born: 1/25/1891 in Bible Grove, IL, USA
Died: 8/12/1981 in Nevada, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-09-06 | Final Game: 1924-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: George Tony Lyons
Biography
Tony Lyons was born in 1891 and played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1920 until his final game on September 23, 1924. Throughout his brief career, he established a record of 5-3, showcasing his ability to contribute effectively on the mound during the early 1920s, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Lyons posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.72 and recorded 30 strikeouts, demonstrating his capacity to challenge hitters despite the evolving landscape of baseball.
Though his time in the major leagues was relatively short, Lyons's contributions were notable during a time when the game was beginning to embrace more dynamic pitching styles. With no saves credited to his name, Lyons primarily operated as a starting pitcher, reflecting the common usage patterns of the era. His career serves as a reminder of the many players who shaped the sport during its formative years following World War I, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 33 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 101.0 | 118 | 53 | 4 | 54 | 30 | 4.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | STL | NL | 2 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 21 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 3.09 | - |
| 1924 | SLA | AL | 3 | 2 | 26 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 77.7 | 97 | 45 | 45 | 25 | 5.21 | -1215.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 27 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.222 | 0.250 | 0.259 | 0.509 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | STL | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | SLA | AL | 26 | 20 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 33 | 0 | 6 | 33 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLN | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1924 | SLA | P | 26 | 0 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 33 |