Colin Moran
Born: 10/1/1992 in Port Chester, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-05-18 | Final Game: 2022-09-04
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Colin Richard Moran
Biography
Colin Moran, born in 1992, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2016 to 2022. Primarily a position player, Moran played in 502 games throughout his career, accumulating 400 hits and demonstrating a solid offensive presence with a career batting average of .263. Known for his power at the plate, he belted 50 home runs and drove in 239 RBIs, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly to his team's run production. Moran's lone stolen base highlighted his occasional speed on the bases, though he was primarily recognized for his hitting prowess.
Moran began his career in an era characterized by evolving offensive strategies and an increasing emphasis on power hitting. His performances were notable for their consistency, as he carved out a niche as a reliable player capable of impacting games with both his bat and glove. With his tenure spanning the latter part of the 2010s and into the early 2020s, Moran played for teams that valued his experience and ability to handle pressure situations. After retiring in September 2022, he left behind a legacy as a player who contributed meaningfully to the game during a dynamic period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 502 | 1520 | 167 | 400 | 75 | 3 | 50 | 239 | 1 | 142 | 377 | 0.263 | 0.327 | 0.415 | 0.743 | 310.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | HOU | AL | 9 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | HOU | AL | 7 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | PIT | NL | 144 | 415 | 49 | 115 | 19 | 1 | 11 | 58 | 0 | 39 | 82 | 0.277 | 250.1 |
| 2019 | PIT | NL | 149 | 466 | 46 | 129 | 30 | 1 | 13 | 80 | 0 | 30 | 117 | 0.277 | -135.8 |
| 2020 | PIT | NL | 52 | 178 | 28 | 44 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 23 | 0 | 19 | 52 | 0.247 | 231.3 |
| 2021 | PIT | NL | 99 | 318 | 29 | 82 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 50 | 1 | 36 | 87 | 0.258 | 31.9 |
| 2022 | CIN | NL | 42 | 109 | 11 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 16 | 30 | 0.211 | -67.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 143 | 126 | 879 | 78 | 8 | 95 |
| 2B | 11 | 6 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 267 | 234 | 142 | 374 | 26 | 37 |
| OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | HOU | 3B | 8 | 6 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | HOU | 1B | 4 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | HOU | 3B | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | HOU | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | PIT | 3B | 116 | 107 | 64 | 188 | 10 | 15 |
| 2019 | PIT | 1B | 8 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 | PIT | 2B | 11 | 6 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | PIT | 3B | 121 | 106 | 62 | 151 | 14 | 19 |
| 2019 | PIT | OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | PIT | 1B | 22 | 20 | 152 | 15 | 2 | 16 |
| 2020 | PIT | 3B | 4 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | PIT | 1B | 84 | 82 | 564 | 42 | 5 | 62 |
| 2021 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CIN | 1B | 25 | 20 | 118 | 18 | 0 | 10 |
| 2022 | CIN | 3B | 14 | 9 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 143 |
| Second Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 267 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 34 |