Mox McQuery
Born: 6/28/1861 in Garrard County, KY, USA
Died: 6/12/1900 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-08-20 | Final Game: 1891-07-25
Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: William Thomas McQuery
Biography
Mox McQuery was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th century, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded game that would follow. Born in 1861, McQuery made his professional debut on August 20, 1884, and played until his retirement on July 25, 1891. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 417 games, where he showcased his skills as a reliable hitter and a versatile player.
McQuery finished his career with a respectable batting average of .271, accumulating 429 hits, including 13 home runs and 160 RBIs. He was also known for his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 33 bases throughout his tenure. His contributions to the game during a time of significant change in baseball history helped pave the way for the offensive strategies that would dominate the sport in the ensuing decades. McQuery's dedication and performance on the field remain a noteworthy part of baseball's rich tapestry.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 417 | 1581 | 231 | 429 | 73 | 18 | 13 | 160 | 33 | 123 | 92 | 0.271 | 0.327 | 0.365 | 0.692 | 1719.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | CNU | UA | 35 | 132 | 31 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0.280 | 273.9 |
| 1885 | DTN | NL | 70 | 278 | 34 | 76 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 8 | 29 | 0.273 | 397.1 |
| 1886 | KCN | NL | 122 | 449 | 62 | 111 | 27 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 4 | 36 | 44 | 0.247 | 228.0 |
| 1890 | SR2 | AA | 122 | 461 | 64 | 142 | 17 | 6 | 2 | 55 | 26 | 53 | 0 | 0.308 | 1124.8 |
| 1891 | WS9 | AA | 68 | 261 | 40 | 63 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 37 | 3 | 18 | 19 | 0.241 | -304.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 417 | 0 | 4189 | 161 | 120 | 205 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | CNU | 1B | 35 | 0 | 340 | 8 | 8 | 9 |
| 1885 | DTN | 1B | 70 | 0 | 707 | 28 | 18 | 33 |
| 1886 | KCN | 1B | 122 | 0 | 1295 | 50 | 43 | 61 |
| 1890 | SR2 | 1B | 122 | 0 | 1146 | 45 | 34 | 63 |
| 1891 | WS9 | 1B | 68 | 0 | 701 | 30 | 17 | 39 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 417 |