Lloyd Moseby
Born: 11/5/1959 in Portland, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-05-24 | Final Game: 1991-10-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Lloyd Anthony Moseby
Biography
Lloyd Moseby was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1980 to 1991. Born in 1959, he made his debut in the heart of an era marked by evolving offensive strategies and the increasing importance of speed on the bases. Over his 12-year career, Moseby played in 1,588 games, amassing a total of 1,494 hits, 169 home runs, and 737 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .257. Known for his impressive speed, he also stole 280 bases, showcasing a blend of power and agility that made him a valuable asset to his teams.
Moseby was selected as an All-Star once during his career, highlighting his status as one of the league's notable players of the time. He played the majority of his career with the Toronto Blue Jays, contributing significantly to the team's early successes and helping to establish their competitive presence in the American League. His ability to impact games both at the plate and on the base paths solidified his legacy as an influential figure in the sport during the 1980s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-driven game. Moseby's contributions to baseball remain significant, as he left an indelible mark on the teams he played for and the fans who watched him.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1588 | 5815 | 869 | 1494 | 273 | 66 | 169 | 737 | 280 | 616 | 1135 | 0.257 | 0.332 | 0.414 | 0.746 | 5681.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 114 | 389 | 44 | 89 | 24 | 1 | 9 | 46 | 4 | 25 | 85 | 0.229 | -780.5 |
| 1981 | TOR | AL | 100 | 378 | 36 | 88 | 16 | 2 | 9 | 43 | 11 | 24 | 86 | 0.233 | -640.8 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 147 | 487 | 51 | 115 | 20 | 9 | 9 | 52 | 11 | 33 | 106 | 0.236 | -746.1 |
| 1983 | TOR | AL | 151 | 539 | 104 | 170 | 31 | 7 | 18 | 81 | 27 | 51 | 85 | 0.315 | 2416.4 |
| 1984 | TOR | AL | 158 | 592 | 97 | 166 | 28 | 15 | 18 | 92 | 39 | 78 | 122 | 0.280 | 2257.3 |
| 1985 | TOR | AL | 152 | 584 | 92 | 151 | 30 | 7 | 18 | 70 | 37 | 76 | 91 | 0.259 | 1018.4 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | 152 | 589 | 89 | 149 | 24 | 5 | 21 | 86 | 32 | 64 | 122 | 0.253 | 406.0 |
| 1987 | TOR | AL | 155 | 592 | 106 | 167 | 27 | 4 | 26 | 96 | 39 | 70 | 124 | 0.282 | 1477.7 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | 128 | 472 | 77 | 113 | 17 | 7 | 10 | 42 | 31 | 70 | 93 | 0.239 | 406.1 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | 135 | 502 | 72 | 111 | 25 | 3 | 11 | 43 | 24 | 56 | 101 | 0.221 | -487.7 |
| 1990 | DET | AL | 122 | 431 | 64 | 107 | 16 | 5 | 14 | 51 | 17 | 48 | 77 | 0.248 | 325.4 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | 74 | 260 | 37 | 68 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 35 | 8 | 21 | 43 | 0.262 | 29.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 47 | 9 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 0.255 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ALCS | TOR | 5 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0.312 |
| 1985 | ALCS | TOR | 7 | 31 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0.226 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1529 | 1463 | 3765 | 73 | 62 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TOR | OF | 104 | 97 | 208 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| 1981 | TOR | OF | 100 | 98 | 259 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1982 | TOR | OF | 145 | 127 | 361 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1983 | TOR | OF | 147 | 135 | 399 | 10 | 7 | 1 |
| 1984 | TOR | OF | 156 | 154 | 473 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| 1985 | TOR | OF | 152 | 151 | 394 | 7 | 8 | 1 |
| 1986 | TOR | OF | 147 | 144 | 371 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 1987 | TOR | OF | 153 | 148 | 294 | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| 1988 | TOR | OF | 125 | 123 | 304 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 1989 | TOR | OF | 120 | 118 | 288 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1990 | DET | OF | 116 | 109 | 288 | 9 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | DET | OF | 64 | 59 | 126 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 103 |
| Center Field | 1325 |
| Right Field | 112 |
| Designated Hitter | 37 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Player of the Week | Week of 1989-09-08 |
| 1986 | Player of the Week | Week of 1986-08-22 |
| 1985 | Player of the Week | Week of 1985-09-06 |
| 1983 | Player of the Month | August |
| 1983 | Player of the Week | Week of 1983-05-27 |
| 1983 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 1983 | TSN All-Star | OF |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | DET | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 1990 | DET | AL | $1,400,000 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | $1,375,000 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | $857,500 |
| 1987 | TOR | AL | $807,500 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | $732,500 |
| 1985 | TOR | AL | $587,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $7,360,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 22th | 4.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1983 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 21.0 | 392 | 0 |