Ron Negray
Born: 2/26/1930 in Akron, OH, USA
Died: 11/8/2018 in New Franklin, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-09-14 | Final Game: 1958-05-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Ronald Alvin Negray
Biography
Ron Negray, born in 1930, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1952 until 1958. Known for his solid pitching skills and competitive spirit, Negray made a notable impact during his brief career, which spanned parts of six seasons. He recorded a career win-loss record of 6-6 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.04, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level of the sport. Over the course of his time on the mound, he accumulated 81 strikeouts and notched 3 saves, contributing to his teams' efforts in a league characterized by both the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game.
Negray's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by changes in player dynamics and the increasing integration of the sport. Although he did not achieve Hall of Fame status, his role as a reliable pitcher added depth to the rosters he was part of, allowing him to leave his mark within the league. His journey through the mid-20th century baseball landscape reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many players of his era, making him a noteworthy figure in the history of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 66 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 162.7 | 170 | 73 | 23 | 57 | 81 | 4.04 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | BRO | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3.46 | 302.3 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 4 | 3 | 19 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 71.7 | 71 | 28 | 21 | 30 | 3.52 | -1400.2 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 2 | 3 | 39 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 66.7 | 72 | 31 | 24 | 44 | 4.18 | 1048.5 |
| 1958 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 7.15 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 35 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.086 | 0.135 | 0.086 | 0.221 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | BRO | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 19 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 39 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | LAD | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 66 | 14 | 9 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | BRO | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | PHI | P | 19 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 1956 | PHI | P | 39 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1958 | LAN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 66 |