Al Moran
Born: 12/5/1938 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-04-09 | Final Game: 1964-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Richard Alan Moran
Biography
Al Moran was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1963 to 1964. Born in 1938, Moran's career spanned a brief but noteworthy period in Major League Baseball, during which he participated in a total of 135 games. Known for his tenacity on the field, he recorded 69 hits, including one home run, and drove in 27 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .195. He also showcased his speed on the bases, accumulating three stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Moran's playing career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a growing emphasis on power hitting and athleticism. Despite the challenges of breaking into the major leagues during this period, he contributed to his teams with his versatility and determination. While his statistics may not reflect the same level of impact as some of his contemporaries, Al Moran remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 | 353 | 28 | 69 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 27 | 3 | 38 | 62 | 0.195 | 0.274 | 0.229 | 0.504 | -1477.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYN | NL | 119 | 331 | 26 | 64 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 36 | 60 | 0.193 | -1477.8 |
| 1964 | NYN | NL | 16 | 22 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 131 | 120 | 203 | 363 | 29 | 62 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | NYN | SS | 116 | 112 | 189 | 332 | 27 | 57 |
| 1964 | NYN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | NYN | SS | 15 | 8 | 14 | 31 | 2 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 131 |