Junior Moore
Born: 1/25/1953 in Waskom, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-08-02 | Final Game: 1980-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Alvin Earl Moore
Biography
Junior Moore, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player during his career from 1976 to 1980. Over the course of 289 games, Moore compiled a batting average of .264, amassing 204 hits and contributing 73 RBIs to his teams. Known for his versatility on the field, he showcased power with 7 home runs and displayed a degree of speed with 5 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
Moore's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was beginning to see shifts in player dynamics and strategies. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions on the field were significant in helping his teams compete during a time of evolving player roles and intensifying competition. As a player who embraced the challenges of the late 1970s, Moore remains a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history, embodying the spirit and determination that characterized the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 289 | 774 | 83 | 204 | 20 | 7 | 7 | 73 | 5 | 62 | 71 | 0.264 | 0.318 | 0.335 | 0.652 | -1378.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | ATL | NL | 20 | 26 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 112 | 361 | 41 | 94 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 33 | 29 | 0.260 | -542.3 |
| 1978 | CHW | AL | 24 | 65 | 8 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 0.292 | -19.5 |
| 1979 | CHW | AL | 88 | 201 | 24 | 53 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 23 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.264 | -548.8 |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 45 | 121 | 9 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.256 | -267.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 150 | 133 | 123 | 269 | 27 | 17 |
| OF | 70 | 45 | 94 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | ATL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | ATL | 3B | 6 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | ATL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | ATL | 3B | 104 | 92 | 86 | 189 | 17 | 10 |
| 1978 | CHA | 3B | 6 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 1978 | CHA | OF | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | CHA | OF | 61 | 42 | 83 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | 3B | 34 | 33 | 28 | 64 | 7 | 6 |
| 1980 | CHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 4 |
| Third Base | 150 |
| Left Field | 61 |
| Right Field | 12 |
| Designated Hitter | 27 |