Tony Malinosky
Born: 10/7/1909 in Collinsville, IL, USA
Died: 2/8/2011 in Oxnard, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-26 | Final Game: 1937-07-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Anthony Francis Malinosky
Biography
Tony Malinosky was a professional baseball player born in 1909, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball during the 1937 season. His career spanned from April 26, 1937, to July 16, 1937, during which he appeared in 35 games. Malinosky recorded 18 hits in his limited time on the field, achieving a batting average of .228. Despite not hitting any home runs, he contributed 3 RBIs to his team's efforts. His style of play reflected the competitive nature of the late 1930s, an era marked by the dominance of power hitters and the evolving strategies of the game.
Malinosky's brief tenure in the majors offers a glimpse into the life of a player navigating the complexities of baseball during a time when the sport was gaining immense popularity in America. Although his career statistics may not stand out in the annals of baseball history, his journey is a testament to the numerous athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of the game, often facing fierce competition for roster spots in an era that saw the rise of legendary players. His legacy is preserved not only in the records but also in the memories of baseball's ever-evolving narrative.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 79 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.228 | 0.307 | 0.253 | 0.560 | -316.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 35 | 79 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.228 | -316.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 13 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| SS | 11 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | 3B | 13 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| 1937 | BRO | SS | 11 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittier College | Whittier | CA | 1930 |