Bill Moriarty, baseball player, 1909-1909

Bill Moriarty

Born: 8/24/1883 in Chicago, IL, USA

Died: 12/25/1916 in Elgin, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1909-04-29 | Final Game: 1909-05-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: William Joseph Moriarty

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Biography

Bill Moriarty was a professional baseball player born in 1883, whose brief career spanned just a few days from April 29 to May 3, 1909. As a position player, Moriarty made a notable, albeit short-lived, impact on the game during the early 20th century, a time when baseball was evolving rapidly and beginning to attract a wider fan base. His participation in six Major League games showcased his ability to contribute to a team, even in limited appearances. During his time in the league, Moriarty recorded four hits, achieving a batting average of 0.2. While he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in one run and demonstrated his speed on the base paths with two stolen bases. Though his Major League career was fleeting, Moriarty's involvement during this era reflects the diverse tapestry of players who contributed to the growth of baseball in its formative years. His story serves as a reminder of the many individuals who played during this time, often overlooked in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 20 1 4 1 0 0 1 2 0 8 0.200 0.200 0.250 0.450 0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .244 across their career seasons — 18.1% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .306 across their career seasons — 34.7% below league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — 20.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.450 vs. league average 0.619 across their career seasons — 27.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1909 CIN NL 6 20 1 4 1 0 0 1 2 0 8 0.200 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 6 6 18 16 2 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1909 CIN SS 6 6 18 16 2 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 6