Ray Morgan
Born: 6/14/1889 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 2/15/1940 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-08-07 | Final Game: 1918-09-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Raymond Caryll Morgan
Biography
Ray Morgan was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1911 to 1918. Born in 1889, Morgan played in a total of 741 games, during which he accumulated 630 hits and a batting average of .254. Known for his agility on the bases, he recorded 87 stolen bases over his career. His offensive contributions included 4 home runs and 254 RBIs, highlighting his ability to drive in runs during a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more modern style of play.
Morgan's playing style was characterized by his speed and versatility, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. He participated in a competitive era of baseball, where players faced significant challenges both on and off the field. Despite not being a superstar, Morgan's consistent performance and reliable presence in the lineup earned him respect among his peers and fans alike. His contributions to the game during his tenure reflect the evolving nature of baseball in the early 20th century, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 741 | 2480 | 278 | 630 | 90 | 33 | 4 | 254 | 87 | 320 | 184 | 0.254 | 0.348 | 0.322 | 0.670 | 2114.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | WSN | AL | 25 | 89 | 11 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0.213 | -443.8 |
| 1912 | WSN | AL | 81 | 273 | 40 | 65 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 30 | 11 | 29 | 0 | 0.238 | -297.1 |
| 1913 | WSN | AL | 138 | 481 | 58 | 131 | 19 | 8 | 0 | 57 | 19 | 68 | 63 | 0.272 | 880.4 |
| 1914 | WSN | AL | 147 | 491 | 50 | 126 | 22 | 8 | 1 | 49 | 24 | 62 | 34 | 0.257 | 674.0 |
| 1915 | WSN | AL | 62 | 193 | 21 | 45 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 21 | 6 | 30 | 15 | 0.233 | 58.0 |
| 1916 | WSN | AL | 99 | 315 | 41 | 84 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 29 | 14 | 59 | 29 | 0.267 | 1260.5 |
| 1917 | WSN | AL | 101 | 338 | 32 | 90 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 7 | 40 | 29 | 0.266 | 324.6 |
| 1918 | WSN | AL | 88 | 300 | 25 | 70 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 30 | 4 | 28 | 14 | 0.233 | -342.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2B | 670 | 0 | 1307 | 1802 | 152 | 271 |
| 3B | 32 | 0 | 33 | 51 | 10 | 1 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 19 | 0 | 29 | 47 | 11 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | WS1 | 3B | 25 | 0 | 29 | 43 | 8 | 1 |
| 1912 | WS1 | 2B | 76 | 0 | 150 | 173 | 21 | 21 |
| 1912 | WS1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1912 | WS1 | SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| 1913 | WS1 | 2B | 134 | 0 | 254 | 359 | 32 | 61 |
| 1913 | WS1 | SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | WS1 | 2B | 146 | 0 | 290 | 379 | 37 | 58 |
| 1915 | WS1 | 2B | 57 | 0 | 102 | 175 | 10 | 23 |
| 1915 | WS1 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | WS1 | SS | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1916 | WS1 | 1B | 3 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 1916 | WS1 | 2B | 82 | 0 | 133 | 222 | 16 | 34 |
| 1916 | WS1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | WS1 | SS | 9 | 0 | 12 | 24 | 5 | 1 |
| 1917 | WS1 | 2B | 95 | 0 | 206 | 243 | 18 | 45 |
| 1917 | WS1 | 3B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1918 | WS1 | 2B | 80 | 0 | 172 | 251 | 18 | 29 |
| 1918 | WS1 | OF | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 669 |
| Third Base | 34 |
| Shortstop | 25 |