Hugh Mulcahy
Born: 9/9/1913 in Brighton, MA, USA
Died: 10/19/2001 in Aliquippa, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-07-24 | Final Game: 1947-05-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Hugh Noyes Mulcahy
Biography
Hugh Mulcahy, born in 1913, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1935 until 1947. Known for his durability on the mound, Mulcahy played during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, navigating through the challenges of the pre-World War II era and the early post-war years. He finished his career with a record of 45-89 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.49, amassing a total of 314 strikeouts and 9 saves. His contributions to the game were recognized with an All-Star selection, highlighting his status as a noteworthy player during his time.
Mulcahy's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a willingness to take the ball in challenging situations. Throughout his career, he faced fierce competition and showcased resilience, traits that were essential for pitchers of his era. Although his overall record may not fully reflect his talent, Mulcahy's impact on the game extended beyond the numbers, as he represented a generation of players who laid the groundwork for future stars in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 89 | 220 | 143 | 63 | 5 | 9 | 1161.7 | 1271 | 579 | 69 | 487 | 314 | 4.49 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PHI | NL | 1 | 5 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 52.7 | 62 | 28 | 25 | 11 | 4.78 | -805.1 |
| 1936 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 20 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 3.18 | -238.1 |
| 1937 | PHI | NL | 8 | 18 | 56 | 25 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 215.7 | 256 | 123 | 97 | 54 | 5.13 | -4205.4 |
| 1938 | PHI | NL | 10 | 20 | 46 | 34 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 267.3 | 294 | 137 | 120 | 90 | 4.61 | -445.3 |
| 1939 | PHI | NL | 9 | 16 | 38 | 31 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 225.7 | 246 | 125 | 93 | 59 | 4.99 | -3914.2 |
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 13 | 22 | 36 | 36 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 280.0 | 283 | 112 | 91 | 82 | 3.60 | 2216.3 |
| 1945 | PHI | NL | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 33 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 3.81 | -161.8 |
| 1946 | PHI | NL | 2 | 4 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 62.7 | 69 | 31 | 33 | 12 | 4.45 | -1565.2 |
| 1947 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 4.05 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 223 | 388 | 24 | 64 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 14 | 51 | 0.165 | 0.194 | 0.188 | 0.382 | -2820.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PHI | NL | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | PHI | NL | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | PHI | NL | 56 | 73 | 9 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.151 | -682.6 |
| 1938 | PHI | NL | 47 | 94 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0.170 | -820.8 |
| 1939 | PHI | NL | 38 | 76 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.158 | -703.6 |
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 37 | 94 | 5 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.202 | -613.6 |
| 1945 | PHI | NL | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | PHI | NL | 16 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | PIT | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 220 | 0 | 75 | 285 | 15 | 20 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PHI | P | 18 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| 1935 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | PHI | P | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | PHI | P | 56 | 0 | 13 | 64 | 3 | 3 |
| 1938 | PHI | P | 46 | 0 | 13 | 54 | 0 | 4 |
| 1939 | PHI | P | 38 | 0 | 12 | 48 | 6 | 1 |
| 1940 | PHI | P | 36 | 0 | 22 | 65 | 1 | 9 |
| 1945 | PHI | P | 5 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1946 | PHI | P | 16 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| 1947 | PIT | P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 220 |
| Right Field | 1 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 29th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1938 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 25th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |