Randy Moore
Born: 6/21/1906 in Naples, TX, USA
Died: 6/12/1992 in Mount Pleasant, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-04-12 | Final Game: 1937-09-07
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Randolph Edward Moore
Biography
Randy Moore was a professional baseball player born in 1906, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1927 until his retirement in 1937. Throughout his career, Moore played in 749 games, accumulating a total of 627 hits and posting a commendable batting average of .278. He demonstrated consistent offensive prowess, driving in 308 runs and hitting 27 home runs. Additionally, Moore showcased his speed on the base paths with 11 stolen bases, making him a versatile asset to his teams.
Moore's playing style was characterized by a balanced approach, combining solid hitting with the ability to contribute to his team's run production. His career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was beginning to embrace a more dynamic style of play. As a position player, Moore's contributions were significant in the context of the game’s evolution, and he remains a notable figure among players of his time. His legacy is remembered by baseball historians and fans who appreciate the contributions of players from the late 1920s to the late 1930s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 749 | 2253 | 258 | 627 | 110 | 17 | 27 | 308 | 11 | 158 | 85 | 0.278 | 0.326 | 0.378 | 0.705 | -1194.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CHW | AL | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 24 | 61 | 6 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.213 | -271.1 |
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 83 | 191 | 24 | 55 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 34 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 0.288 | -477.6 |
| 1931 | BSN | NL | 83 | 192 | 19 | 50 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 34 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 0.260 | -303.0 |
| 1932 | BSN | NL | 107 | 351 | 41 | 103 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 43 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 0.293 | -279.0 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 135 | 497 | 64 | 150 | 23 | 7 | 8 | 70 | 3 | 40 | 16 | 0.302 | 1015.9 |
| 1934 | BSN | NL | 123 | 422 | 55 | 120 | 21 | 2 | 7 | 64 | 2 | 40 | 16 | 0.284 | 43.2 |
| 1935 | BSN | NL | 125 | 407 | 42 | 112 | 20 | 4 | 4 | 42 | 1 | 26 | 16 | 0.275 | -562.5 |
| 1936 | BRO | NL | 42 | 88 | 4 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0.239 | -360.4 |
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 13 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | STL | NL | 8 | 7 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 90 | 0 | 795 | 43 | 14 | 58 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 66 | 0 | 41 | 108 | 9 | 13 |
| C | 11 | 0 | 27 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| OF | 418 | 0 | 862 | 39 | 29 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CHA | OF | 4 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | CHA | OF | 16 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1930 | BSN | 3B | 13 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 5 | 3 |
| 1930 | BSN | OF | 34 | 0 | 70 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1931 | BSN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | BSN | 3B | 22 | 0 | 16 | 35 | 3 | 2 |
| 1931 | BSN | OF | 29 | 0 | 55 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1932 | BSN | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | BSN | 1B | 22 | 0 | 167 | 16 | 3 | 20 |
| 1932 | BSN | 3B | 31 | 0 | 16 | 49 | 1 | 8 |
| 1932 | BSN | OF | 41 | 0 | 75 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1933 | BSN | 1B | 10 | 0 | 80 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 1933 | BSN | OF | 122 | 0 | 275 | 11 | 6 | 1 |
| 1934 | BSN | 1B | 37 | 0 | 339 | 16 | 6 | 23 |
| 1934 | BSN | OF | 72 | 0 | 157 | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| 1935 | BSN | 1B | 21 | 0 | 209 | 10 | 4 | 11 |
| 1935 | BSN | OF | 78 | 0 | 161 | 10 | 9 | 3 |
| 1936 | BRO | OF | 21 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | BRO | C | 10 | 0 | 27 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 1937 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 11 |
| First Base | 90 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 66 |
| Left Field | 65 |
| Center Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 341 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 23th | 2.0 | 80 | 0 |