Terry Moore
Born: 5/27/1912 in Vernon, AL, USA
Died: 3/29/1995 in Collinsville, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-16 | Final Game: 1948-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Terry Bluford Moore
Biography
Terry Moore was a prominent American professional baseball player born in 1912, whose career spanned from 1935 to 1948. Known for his all-around skills as a position player, Moore played a total of 1,298 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He accumulated 1,318 hits, showcasing a commendable batting average of .280, alongside 80 home runs and 513 RBIs. His speed on the base paths was evident with 82 stolen bases, contributing to his reputation as a well-rounded athlete in an era that often emphasized different aspects of play.
Moore was selected as an All-Star four times, reflecting his impact and excellence on the field. His career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving in terms of talent and competition. He was a key player for the St. Louis Cardinals, contributing to their success in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Moore's legacy is marked by his contributions to the game during a time when players were beginning to break barriers and redefine the standards of play, solidifying his place in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1298 | 4700 | 719 | 1318 | 263 | 28 | 80 | 513 | 82 | 406 | 368 | 0.280 | 0.340 | 0.399 | 0.739 | 1770.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | STL | NL | 119 | 456 | 63 | 131 | 34 | 3 | 6 | 53 | 13 | 15 | 40 | 0.287 | -263.6 |
| 1936 | STL | NL | 143 | 590 | 85 | 156 | 39 | 4 | 5 | 47 | 9 | 37 | 52 | 0.264 | -1365.3 |
| 1937 | STL | NL | 115 | 461 | 76 | 123 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 43 | 13 | 32 | 41 | 0.267 | -947.0 |
| 1938 | STL | NL | 94 | 312 | 49 | 85 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 9 | 46 | 19 | 0.272 | 267.2 |
| 1939 | STL | NL | 130 | 417 | 65 | 123 | 25 | 2 | 17 | 77 | 6 | 43 | 38 | 0.295 | 1207.0 |
| 1940 | STL | NL | 136 | 537 | 92 | 163 | 33 | 4 | 17 | 64 | 18 | 42 | 44 | 0.304 | 1482.6 |
| 1941 | STL | NL | 122 | 493 | 86 | 145 | 26 | 4 | 6 | 68 | 3 | 52 | 31 | 0.294 | 788.3 |
| 1942 | STL | NL | 130 | 489 | 80 | 141 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 49 | 10 | 56 | 26 | 0.288 | 1184.2 |
| 1946 | STL | NL | 91 | 278 | 32 | 73 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 0 | 18 | 26 | 0.263 | -212.7 |
| 1947 | STL | NL | 127 | 460 | 61 | 130 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 45 | 1 | 38 | 39 | 0.283 | -59.9 |
| 1948 | STL | NL | 91 | 207 | 30 | 48 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 27 | 12 | 0.232 | -310.8 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | - |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 44 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 0.205 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | WS | SLN | 7 | 27 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0.148 |
| 1942 | WS | SLN | 5 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0.294 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 7 | 0 | 9 | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| OF | 1189 | 0 | 3117 | 102 | 48 | 23 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | SLN | OF | 117 | 0 | 354 | 11 | 6 | 3 |
| 1936 | SLN | OF | 133 | 0 | 418 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| 1937 | SLN | OF | 106 | 0 | 307 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
| 1938 | SLN | 3B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 16 | 3 | 1 |
| 1938 | SLN | OF | 75 | 0 | 219 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 1939 | SLN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | SLN | OF | 121 | 0 | 291 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| 1940 | SLN | OF | 133 | 0 | 383 | 11 | 5 | 4 |
| 1941 | SLN | OF | 121 | 0 | 293 | 14 | 5 | 3 |
| 1942 | SLN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1942 | SLN | OF | 126 | 0 | 271 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| 1946 | SLN | OF | 66 | 0 | 158 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1947 | SLN | OF | 120 | 0 | 292 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| 1948 | SLN | OF | 71 | 0 | 131 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Third Base | 7 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Center Field | 1185 |
| Right Field | 2 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 18th | 15.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1941 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 12th | 26.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1940 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 18th | 18.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1939 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 15.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1936 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 20th | 1.0 | 80 | 0 |