Bob Muncrief, baseball player, 1937-1951

Bob Muncrief

Born: 1/28/1916 in Madill, OK, USA

Died: 2/6/1996 in Duncanville, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1937-09-30 | Final Game: 1951-04-20

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Cleveland Muncrief

Biography

Bob Muncrief was a talented pitcher whose career spanned from 1937 to 1951, showcasing his skills in Major League Baseball during a transformative era for the sport. Born in 1916, Muncrief made his mark in an age that saw the game evolve from the deadball era into a more offense-driven period. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 80 wins and 82 losses, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.8. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded 525 strikeouts, alongside 9 saves, reflecting his versatility and reliability on the mound. Muncrief was recognized for his talent, earning an All-Star selection during his career, which highlighted his status as one of the prominent pitchers of his time. As he navigated the challenges of the era, Muncrief became known for his competitive spirit and determination, characteristics that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. His contributions to baseball, particularly as a pitcher in a rapidly changing game, remain a significant part of the sportโ€™s rich history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
80 82 288 165 67 11 9 1401.3 1503 592 108 392 525 3.80 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
289 438 27 68 5 4 0 25 1 21 107 0.155 0.194 0.185 0.379 -1715.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1948 WS CLE 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1944 WS SLA 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 1 3 0 0 8.7 6 1 4 4 1.04

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1948 WS CLE 0 0 1 0 0 2.0 1 0 0 0 0.00
1944 WS SLA 0 1 2 0 0 6.7 5 1 4 4 1.35

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 288 0 80 222 9 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 288

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1945 Most Valuable Player AL 22th 8.0 336 0
1944 Most Valuable Player AL 34th 1.0 336 0