Ed Moriarty, baseball player, 1935-1936

Ed Moriarty

Born: 10/12/1912 in Holyoke, MA, USA

Died: 9/29/1991 in Holyoke, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1935-06-21 | Final Game: 1936-05-12

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Edward Jerome Moriarty

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Biography

Ed Moriarty was a professional baseball player born in 1912, who played in the Major Leagues from 1935 to 1936. Primarily known as a position player, Moriarty's career was brief but impactful, spanning just 14 games. He made a notable impression at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of .300, which included 12 hits in 40 at-bats. His contributions included one home run and one run batted in, showcasing his ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities during his limited time in the league. Moriarty's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era and embracing more offensive play. Although his time in Major League Baseball was short-lived, his performance remains a testament to the competitive spirit of players in the mid-1930s, a time marked by evolving strategies and the anticipation of a more dynamic game. While he may not have achieved extensive statistical milestones, Moriarty's .300 batting average reflects his potential and skill during his brief tenure on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
14 40 5 12 2 1 1 1 0 0 7 0.300 0.300 0.475 0.775 0.0

Career AVG .300 vs. league average .282 across their career seasons — +6.4% above league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .346 across their career seasons — 13.3% below league average.

Career SLG .475 vs. league average .402 across their career seasons — +18.2% above league average.

Career OPS 0.775 vs. league average 0.748 across their career seasons — near 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
1935 BSN NL 8 34 4 11 2 1 1 1 0 0 6 0.324 — — — — 0.0
1936 BSN NL 6 6 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.167 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 8 0 11 25 3 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1935 BSN 2B 8 0 11 25 3 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 8

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
College of the Holy Cross Worcester MA 1933, 1934, 1935