Guy Morton
Born: 11/4/1930 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
Died: 5/11/2014 in Lorain, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-09-17 | Final Game: 1954-09-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Biography
Guy Morton was a professional baseball player born in 1930, who had a brief career in the Major Leagues during the 1954 season. He played as a position player and appeared in a single game on September 17, 1954. Despite his limited participation, Morton's entry into the league came during a dynamic era of baseball, characterized by the post-war expansion of the game and the integration of African American players.
Morton’s career statistics reflect the challenges faced by many players at the time, as he concluded his Major League career with 1 game played, 0 hits, 0 home runs, 0 RBIs, a batting average of 0.0, and 0 stolen bases. While his time in the spotlight was short-lived, it illustrates the competitive nature of baseball during the mid-20th century, where numerous talented individuals vied for a coveted spot on a Major League roster. His story serves as a reminder of the many players who aspired to greatness, often facing steep odds in their pursuit of a baseball career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
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