Earl Moseley
Born: 9/7/1887 in Middleburg, OH, USA
Died: 7/1/1963 in Alliance, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-06-17 | Final Game: 1916-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Earl Victor Moseley
Biography
Earl Moseley, born in 1887, was a notable pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. He played professionally from 1913 until his final appearance on September 25, 1916, showcasing his talents primarily with a strong fastball and a keen sense of game strategy. Over the course of his career, Moseley compiled a record of 49 wins and 48 losses, demonstrating a competitive edge that kept him in the rotation during a time when pitching was paramount to team success.
Moseley concluded his career with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.01, a commendable figure that reflected his effectiveness on the mound. He struck out 469 batters, showcasing his ability to dominate opposing hitters and contribute significantly to his teams' defensive efforts. Additionally, he recorded 3 saves, indicating his versatility and capability to perform under pressure. Earl Moseley's contributions to baseball during his active years were significant, as he played during a transformative era that set the stage for future developments in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 48 | 136 | 100 | 65 | 12 | 3 | 855.7 | 775 | 286 | 13 | 340 | 469 | 3.01 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BOS | AL | 8 | 5 | 24 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 120.7 | 105 | 42 | 49 | 62 | 3.13 | 650.9 |
| 1914 | IND | FL | 19 | 18 | 43 | 38 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 316.7 | 303 | 122 | 123 | 205 | 3.47 | 3041.6 |
| 1915 | NEW | FL | 15 | 15 | 38 | 32 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 268.0 | 222 | 57 | 99 | 142 | 1.91 | 2312.9 |
| 1916 | CIN | NL | 7 | 10 | 31 | 15 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 150.3 | 145 | 65 | 69 | 60 | 3.89 | -2365.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 142 | 280 | 17 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 17 | 148 | 0.114 | 0.165 | 0.136 | 0.301 | -2053.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BOS | AL | 24 | 37 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.081 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | IND | FL | 43 | 109 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 57 | 0.110 | -979.5 |
| 1915 | NEW | FL | 44 | 88 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 47 | 0.148 | -649.7 |
| 1916 | CIN | NL | 31 | 46 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 0.087 | -423.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 136 | 0 | 31 | 218 | 14 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BOS | P | 24 | 0 | 9 | 36 | 2 | 1 |
| 1914 | IND | P | 43 | 0 | 13 | 86 | 7 | 3 |
| 1915 | NEW | P | 38 | 0 | 7 | 63 | 4 | 1 |
| 1916 | CIN | P | 31 | 0 | 2 | 33 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 136 |