Amby Murray
Born: 6/4/1913 in Fall River, MA, USA
Died: 2/6/1997 in Port Salerno, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1936-07-05 | Final Game: 1936-08-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Ambrose Joseph Murray
Biography
Amby Murray was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the summer of 1936. Playing as a position player, Murray made his mark in the league over the span of just four games, showcasing his skills at a time when the game was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a more dynamic offensive phase. Despite the limited opportunity to make a lasting impact, he demonstrated potential, finishing his short stint with a batting average of .25, which included one hit.
Murray’s time in the majors was fleeting, as he played from July 5, 1936, to August 10, 1936. His career statistics reflect the challenges faced by many players during this era, where competition was fierce, and making a name for oneself often required more than just talent on the field. Although he did not record any home runs or RBIs during his time in the league, his participation in Major League Baseball remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport’s history, highlighting the journey of numerous players who aspired to leave their mark in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4.09 | -104.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Providence | RI | 1934, 1935, 1936 |