Ed Morris, baseball player, 1922-1931

Ed Morris

Born: 12/7/1899 in Foshee, AL, USA

Died: 3/3/1932 in Century, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-08-05 | Final Game: 1931-09-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Walter Edward Morris

Biography

Ed Morris, born in 1899, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned nearly a decade from 1922 to 1931. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period that followed the deadball era, as the game began to embrace a more offensive-minded approach. Over the course of his career, Morris compiled a record of 42 wins and 45 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.19. He struck out a total of 256 batters, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's efforts on the mound. Morris was known for his competitive spirit and durability, qualities that were essential for pitchers of his era. He also recorded 6 saves, a statistic that highlights his capability to close out games and contribute in high-pressure situations. While Morris may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for during the 1920s and early 1930s were notable and reflected the evolving landscape of baseball during that time. His career remains a testament to the hard work and resilience that characterized many players of his generation.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
42 45 140 78 43 2 6 674.0 702 314 20 293 256 4.19 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
140 221 21 43 9 3 1 18 0 7 67 0.195 0.219 0.276 0.495 -1062.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 140 0 25 127 12 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 140

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1928 Baseball Magazine All-Star P3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Palmer College DeFuniak Springs FL 1920

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1928 Most Valuable Player AL 15th 4.0 64 0