Jerry Moses
Born: 8/9/1946 in Yazoo City, MS, USA
Died: 3/26/2018 in Haverhill, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-05-09 | Final Game: 1975-08-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Gerald Braheen Moses
Biography
Jerry Moses was a professional baseball player born in 1946, who had a career spanning from 1965 until his retirement in 1975. Primarily playing as a position player, Moses appeared in 386 games over his ten-year career, showcasing his skills as a versatile athlete in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 269 hits, with a batting average of .251. Known for his power at the plate, he hit 25 home runs and drove in 109 runs, contributing to his teams' offensive efforts during the era.
Moses earned an All-Star selection during his career, highlighting his impact and recognition within the league. His playing style reflected the transition era of baseball in the late 1960s and early 1970s, characterized by a mix of traditional power hitting and evolving defensive strategies. Although he was not a base-stealing threat—recording only one stolen base—Moses left a lasting impression in the hearts of fans and teammates alike through his dedication to the game and contributions on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 386 | 1072 | 89 | 269 | 48 | 8 | 25 | 109 | 1 | 63 | 184 | 0.251 | 0.295 | 0.381 | 0.676 | -906.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | BOS | AL | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | BOS | AL | 6 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | BOS | AL | 53 | 135 | 13 | 41 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 0.304 | 280.1 |
| 1970 | BOS | AL | 92 | 315 | 26 | 83 | 18 | 1 | 6 | 35 | 1 | 21 | 45 | 0.263 | -162.4 |
| 1971 | LAA | AL | 69 | 181 | 12 | 41 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 0.227 | -327.8 |
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 52 | 141 | 9 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 29 | 0.220 | -146.4 |
| 1973 | NYY | AL | 21 | 59 | 5 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.254 | -220.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 74 | 198 | 19 | 47 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 11 | 38 | 0.237 | -330.0 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | SDP | NL | 13 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| C | 328 | 287 | 1782 | 146 | 31 | 20 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | BOS | C | 6 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | BOS | C | 36 | 32 | 191 | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| 1970 | BOS | C | 88 | 85 | 578 | 45 | 6 | 3 |
| 1970 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | CAL | C | 63 | 47 | 299 | 38 | 8 | 3 |
| 1971 | CAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | CLE | C | 39 | 35 | 201 | 16 | 4 | 7 |
| 1972 | CLE | 1B | 3 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1973 | NYA | C | 17 | 16 | 93 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | DET | C | 74 | 64 | 377 | 26 | 6 | 6 |
| 1975 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | SDN | C | 5 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 328 |
| First Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |