Matt Maloney
Born: 1/16/1984 in Sandusky, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-06-06 | Final Game: 2012-05-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Matthew Michael Maloney
Biography
Matt Maloney, born in 1984, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2009 to 2012. During his career, Maloney showcased his talents primarily with the Cincinnati Reds and the Minnesota Twins. He finished with a record of 5-9 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.74 over his tenure in the big leagues. Known for his ability to generate strikeouts, he recorded 59 strikeouts throughout his career, though he did not register any saves.
Maloney's professional journey unfolded during a transitional period in baseball characterized by evolving pitching strategies and a greater emphasis on analytics. While his career statistics may not reflect overwhelming dominance, his contributions to the teams he played for and his role as a left-handed pitcher during this era highlighted his adaptability and determination. After his playing days, Maloney remained a notable figure in baseball circles, remembered for his perseverance and the competitive spirit he brought to the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 31 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 91.0 | 116 | 58 | 20 | 18 | 59 | 5.74 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CIN | NL | 2 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.7 | 43 | 22 | 8 | 28 | 4.87 | -1114.2 |
| 2010 | CIN | NL | 2 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 20 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 3.05 | 67.3 |
| 2011 | CIN | NL | 0 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 36 | 19 | 4 | 13 | 9.16 | -1578.1 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 17 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 8.18 | -297.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 19 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.211 | 0.250 | 0.211 | 0.461 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CIN | NL | 8 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | CIN | NL | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CIN | NL | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 31 | 10 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CIN | P | 7 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | CIN | P | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CIN | P | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | MIN | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 31 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | MIN | AL | $482,500 |
| 2011 | CIN | NL | $415,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $897,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 2004, 2005 |