Guy Morton
Born: 6/1/1893 in Vernon, AL, USA
Died: 10/18/1934 in Sheffield, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-06-20 | Final Game: 1924-06-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Guy Morton, born in 1893, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1914 until 1924, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded play that characterized the latter years of his career. Over a decade, Morton established himself as a reliable presence on the mound, finishing with a record of 98 wins and 88 losses. His career earned run average (ERA) stood at 3.13, showcasing his ability to limit scoring while providing his teams with consistent performances.
Morton notched a total of 830 strikeouts, a notable achievement that underscored his effectiveness as a strikeout pitcher during a time when the game was shifting towards increased offensive production. He also recorded 6 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Throughout his tenure in the league, Morton was known for his competitive spirit and skillful command of the game, contributing to his teams' successes in a challenging era for pitchers. His legacy remains a testament to the evolution of the game and the enduring impact of talented players from the early years of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 88 | 317 | 185 | 82 | 19 | 6 | 1629.7 | 1520 | 567 | 27 | 583 | 830 | 3.13 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CLE | AL | 1 | 13 | 25 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 128.0 | 116 | 43 | 55 | 80 | 3.02 | 857.4 |
| 1915 | CLE | AL | 16 | 15 | 34 | 27 | 15 | 6 | 1 | 240.0 | 189 | 57 | 60 | 134 | 2.14 | 3572.6 |
| 1916 | CLE | AL | 12 | 8 | 27 | 18 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 149.7 | 139 | 48 | 42 | 88 | 2.89 | 2287.9 |
| 1917 | CLE | AL | 10 | 10 | 35 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 161.0 | 158 | 49 | 59 | 62 | 2.74 | -786.7 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 14 | 8 | 30 | 28 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 214.7 | 189 | 63 | 77 | 123 | 2.64 | 2835.4 |
| 1919 | CLE | AL | 9 | 9 | 26 | 20 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 147.3 | 128 | 46 | 47 | 64 | 2.81 | 849.7 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 8 | 6 | 29 | 17 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 137.0 | 140 | 68 | 57 | 72 | 4.47 | 1055.3 |
| 1921 | CLE | AL | 8 | 3 | 30 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 107.7 | 98 | 33 | 32 | 45 | 2.76 | 1917.2 |
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 14 | 9 | 38 | 23 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 202.7 | 218 | 90 | 85 | 102 | 4.00 | 1559.1 |
| 1923 | CLE | AL | 6 | 6 | 33 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 129.3 | 133 | 61 | 56 | 54 | 4.24 | 808.5 |
| 1924 | CLE | AL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 6 | 6.57 | -365.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 317 | 548 | 24 | 86 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 10 | 122 | 0.157 | 0.172 | 0.188 | 0.360 | -2235.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CLE | AL | 25 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.029 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | CLE | AL | 34 | 82 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0.146 | -633.8 |
| 1916 | CLE | AL | 27 | 57 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.211 | -299.4 |
| 1917 | CLE | AL | 35 | 47 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.085 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 30 | 77 | 4 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0.156 | -393.5 |
| 1919 | CLE | AL | 26 | 56 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.161 | -398.2 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 29 | 46 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.217 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | CLE | AL | 30 | 35 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 38 | 68 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.191 | -510.5 |
| 1923 | CLE | AL | 33 | 44 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.159 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | CLE | AL | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 317 | 0 | 35 | 414 | 50 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CLE | P | 25 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 5 | 1 |
| 1915 | CLE | P | 34 | 0 | 3 | 69 | 4 | 2 |
| 1916 | CLE | P | 27 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 6 | 1 |
| 1917 | CLE | P | 35 | 0 | 5 | 42 | 6 | 0 |
| 1918 | CLE | P | 30 | 0 | 6 | 52 | 7 | 2 |
| 1919 | CLE | P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 40 | 6 | 0 |
| 1920 | CLE | P | 29 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 6 | 0 |
| 1921 | CLE | P | 30 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| 1922 | CLE | P | 38 | 0 | 6 | 64 | 3 | 3 |
| 1923 | CLE | P | 33 | 0 | 2 | 32 | 3 | 0 |
| 1924 | CLE | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 317 |