Luther Roy, baseball player, 1924-1929

Luther Roy

Born: 7/29/1902 in Ooltewah, TN, USA

Died: 7/24/1963 in Grand Rapids, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1924-06-12 | Final Game: 1929-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 161 lbs

Full name: Luther Franklin Roy

Biography

Luther Roy was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1924 to 1929. Born in 1902, he made his debut during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven style of play. Over the course of his career, Roy compiled a record of 6 wins and 12 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 7.17, reflecting the challenges he faced on the mound during his time. Despite his struggles in terms of win-loss record and ERA, Roy contributed to his teams with a total of 36 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats. While he did not record any saves, his role as a pitcher in the 1920s provided valuable experience as the game began to evolve. Although not a standout player in the annals of baseball history, Luther Roy's career serves as a reminder of the many athletes who played during a time of significant change in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
6 12 56 18 3 0 0 170.7 231 136 15 92 36 7.17 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
56 53 3 14 0 0 0 5 0 7 10 0.264 0.350 0.264 0.614 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 56 0 8 44 2 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 56