Danny Murphy
Born: 8/23/1942 in Beverly, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1960-06-18 | Final Game: 1970-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Daniel Francis Murphy
Biography
Danny Murphy, born in 1942, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1960 until his retirement in 1970. Over the course of his time in Major League Baseball, Murphy played a total of ten seasons, showcasing his skills on the mound during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His career record stood at 4-4, and he finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.66, reflecting the challenges pitchers faced in an evolving league.
Murphy's contributions to his teams extended beyond his win-loss record; he recorded a total of 58 strikeouts and earned 9 saves throughout his career. Known for his competitive spirit and determination, he made an impact in the bullpen and was often called upon in high-leverage situations, demonstrating his ability to perform under pressure. Despite not achieving superstar status, Murphy's dedication to the game and consistent performance during his tenure left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, marking him as a reliable figure in the pitching staff during a dynamic era of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 112.0 | 110 | 58 | 13 | 59 | 58 | 4.66 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 2 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 31.3 | 28 | 7 | 10 | 16 | 2.01 | - |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 2 | 3 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 80.7 | 82 | 51 | 49 | 42 | 5.69 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | 130 | 18 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 11 | 29 | 0.177 | 0.246 | 0.323 | 0.570 | -619.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 31 | 75 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.120 | -619.0 |
| 1961 | CHC | NL | 4 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.385 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | CHC | NL | 14 | 35 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 51 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 30 | 29 | 50 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| P | 68 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CHN | OF | 21 | 18 | 40 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1961 | CHN | OF | 4 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | CHN | OF | 5 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | CHA | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | CHA | P | 51 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 68 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 15 |