Vince Molyneaux
Born: 8/17/1888 in Lewiston, NY, USA
Died: 5/4/1950 in Stamford, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-07-05 | Final Game: 1918-07-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Vincent Leo Molyneaux
Biography
Vince Molyneaux was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century, making his mark in the sport during a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively minded game. Born in 1888, Molyneaux's career spanned from July 5, 1917, to July 18, 1918. Though he played for a brief period, he made a notable contribution to his teams during his time on the mound.
Molyneaux finished his career with a record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.41, accumulating a total of 5 strikeouts. His role as a pitcher, although not extensively documented with high-volume statistics, reflects the competitive nature of the era, where players often faced significant challenges and limited opportunities. While he may not have achieved the prominence of some of his contemporaries, Molyneaux's presence in the game during this transitional period underscores the diverse tapestry of early baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.7 | 21 | 16 | 0 | 28 | 5 | 4.41 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | SLA | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.0 | 18 | 12 | 20 | 4 | 4.91 | -1074.3 |
| 1918 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 3.38 | -408.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | SLA | AL | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | BOS | AL | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | SLA | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1918 | BOS | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 13 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Villanova | PA | 1915, 1916, 1917 |