Monty Stratton
Born: 5/21/1912 in Wagner, TX, USA
Died: 9/29/1982 in Greenville, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-06-02 | Final Game: 1938-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Monty Franklin Pierce Stratton
Biography
Monty Stratton was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1934 to 1938. Born in 1912, Stratton made a name for himself in the major leagues during a time when the game was beginning to evolve, transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused style. He played the majority of his career with the Chicago White Sox, where he showcased his pitching prowess and competitive spirit.
Over his career, Stratton compiled a record of 36 wins and 23 losses, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.71. He recorded 196 strikeouts and contributed 2 saves, demonstrating his ability to navigate tough situations on the mound. Stratton's performance earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his status as one of the notable pitchers of his era. Unfortunately, his career was cut short due to a tragic accident that limited his time in the league, but his contributions to the game during his brief tenure have left a lasting impression.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 23 | 70 | 62 | 36 | 5 | 2 | 487.3 | 489 | 201 | 32 | 149 | 196 | 3.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5.40 | - |
| 1935 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 38.0 | 40 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 4.03 | - |
| 1936 | CHW | AL | 5 | 7 | 16 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 95.0 | 117 | 55 | 46 | 37 | 5.21 | - |
| 1937 | CHW | AL | 15 | 5 | 22 | 21 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 164.7 | 142 | 44 | 37 | 69 | 2.40 | - |
| 1938 | CHW | AL | 15 | 9 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 186.3 | 186 | 83 | 56 | 82 | 4.01 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 192 | 33 | 43 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 0.224 | 0.244 | 0.339 | 0.582 | -468.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1935 | CHW | AL | 5 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | CHW | AL | 16 | 37 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | CHW | AL | 22 | 60 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.200 | -369.3 |
| 1938 | CHW | AL | 27 | 79 | 17 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.266 | -99.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 70 | 0 | 14 | 105 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | CHA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | CHA | P | 16 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 1 | 1 |
| 1937 | CHA | P | 22 | 0 | 4 | 35 | 0 | 2 |
| 1938 | CHA | P | 26 | 0 | 6 | 36 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 70 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 15.0 | 336 | 0 |