Marty Callaghan

Born: 6/9/1900 in Norwood, MA, USA

Died: 6/23/1975 in Norfolk, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-04-13 | Final Game: 1930-09-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 157 lbs

Full name: Martin Francis Callaghan

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Biography

Marty Callaghan was a professional baseball player born in 1900, who played in Major League Baseball from 1922 until his retirement in 1930. Primarily known as a position player, Callaghan appeared in 295 games throughout his career, showcasing a solid batting average of .267. He accumulated a total of 205 hits, contributing to his 74 runs batted in (RBIs) during his time in the majors. Although he did not hit any home runs, he demonstrated versatility on the base paths with 10 stolen bases, indicating a speed element to his playing style. Callaghan's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his consistent performance and reliable presence on the field made him a valuable asset to his teams. His contributions in the 1920s, a decade marked by the rise of power hitters and the emergence of new pitching styles, reflected the evolving nature of baseball during that era. Marty Callaghan's legacy is preserved in the annals of baseball history, remembered for his dedication to the sport and the role he played in the game’s development.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
295	767	106	205	28	13	0	74	10	71	70	0.267	0.332	0.338	0.669	-1516.4

Career AVG .267 vs. league average .286 across their career seasons — 6.5% below league average.

Career OBP .332 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .338 vs. league average .403 across their career seasons — 16.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.669 vs. league average 0.750 across their career seasons — 10.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1922	CHC	NL	74	175	31	45	7	4	20	2	17	17	0.257	.285 (-10%)	.345 (-6%)	.397 (-14%)	.743 (-10%)	-324.5
1923	CHC	NL	61	129	18	29	1	3	14	2	8	18	0.225	.282 (-21%)	.344 (-20%)	.390 (-28%)	.734 (-25%)	-583.6
1928	CIN	NL	81	238	29	69	11	4	24	5	27	10	0.290	.280 (+3%)	.342 (+6%)	.395 (-6%)	.737 (-1%)	11.5
1930	CIN	NL	79	225	28	62	9	2	16	1	19	25	0.276	.293 (-6%)	.354 (-6%)	.429 (-22%)	.784 (-15%)	-619.8