Walt Moryn
Born: 4/12/1926 in St. Paul, MN, USA
Died: 7/21/1996 in Winfield, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-06-29 | Final Game: 1961-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Walter Joseph Moryn
Biography
Walt Moryn was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1954 to 1961. Born in 1926, Moryn played primarily as a position player, showcasing his talents across 785 games in a career that included stints with the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets. He recorded a total of 667 hits, demonstrating a solid ability to connect with the ball, and finished his career with a batting average of .266. Moryn also contributed to his teams' offensive efforts with 101 home runs and 354 RBIs, establishing himself as a reliable power hitter during his tenure in the league.
Moryn was recognized for his skills on the field, earning an All-Star selection during his career, which highlighted his significance as a player during the post-World War II era of baseball. This period, characterized by a burgeoning fan base and the emergence of new talent, allowed Moryn to showcase his abilities alongside some of the greats of the game. With a total of 7 stolen bases, he also displayed a level of agility that complemented his power hitting, making him a well-rounded player of his time. Walt Moryn's contributions to baseball remain 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 785 | 2506 | 324 | 667 | 116 | 16 | 101 | 354 | 7 | 251 | 393 | 0.266 | 0.335 | 0.446 | 0.781 | 4476.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | NL | 48 | 91 | 16 | 25 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.275 | 53.3 |
| 1955 | BRO | NL | 11 | 19 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | CHC | NL | 147 | 529 | 69 | 151 | 27 | 3 | 23 | 67 | 4 | 50 | 67 | 0.285 | 1361.1 |
| 1957 | CHC | NL | 149 | 568 | 76 | 164 | 33 | 0 | 19 | 88 | 0 | 50 | 90 | 0.289 | 1307.6 |
| 1958 | CHC | NL | 143 | 512 | 77 | 135 | 26 | 7 | 26 | 77 | 1 | 62 | 83 | 0.264 | 1805.6 |
| 1959 | CHC | NL | 117 | 381 | 41 | 89 | 14 | 1 | 14 | 48 | 0 | 44 | 66 | 0.234 | -104.9 |
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 38 | 109 | 12 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 13 | 19 | 0.294 | 136.3 |
| 1960 | STL | NL | 75 | 200 | 24 | 49 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 35 | 0 | 17 | 38 | 0.245 | 136.3 |
| 1961 | PIT | NL | 40 | 65 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.200 | -224.6 |
| 1961 | STL | NL | 17 | 32 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.125 | -224.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 670 | 633 | 1200 | 55 | 36 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | OF | 20 | 17 | 34 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| 1955 | BRO | OF | 7 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1956 | CHN | OF | 141 | 141 | 268 | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| 1957 | CHN | OF | 147 | 143 | 276 | 13 | 12 | 3 |
| 1958 | CHN | OF | 141 | 136 | 265 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
| 1959 | CHN | OF | 104 | 100 | 175 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 1960 | CHN | OF | 30 | 27 | 52 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1960 | SLN | OF | 62 | 49 | 100 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1961 | PIT | OF | 11 | 10 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1961 | SLN | OF | 7 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 311 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 368 |