Sy Morton

Born: 12/19/1921 in Washington, NC, USA

Died: 1993 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Sidney Douglas Morton

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Biography

Sy Morton, born in 1921, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 52 games, showcasing his skills on the field. While his batting average currently stands at 0.185, he has made a notable impact with 31 hits and 28 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's offense. Though he has yet to hit a home run, Morton remains a valuable asset, having recorded a stolen base in his time on the diamond. In a landscape of modern baseball that continues to evolve, Morton represents a unique blend of experience and determination. His journey through the game highlights the resilience and adaptability required to succeed in an era of heightened competition and athleticism. As he continues to play, Morton not only adds to his personal statistics but also leaves a lasting impression on fans and aspiring players alike, embodying the spirit of perseverance in America’s pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
52 168 21 31 6 3 0 28 1 17 2 0.185 0.267 0.256 0.523 -532.0

Career AVG .185 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 29.5% below league average.

Career OBP .267 vs. league average .331 across their career seasons — 19.2% below league average.

Career SLG .256 vs. league average .367 across their career seasons — 30.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.523 vs. league average 0.698 across their career seasons — 25.0% 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
1940 PS NN2 2 3 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 2 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1943 PS NN2 29 93 14 19 5 3 0 23 1 8 0 0.204 .255 (-20%) .324 (-18%) .346 (-7%) .671 (-12%) -215.9
1944 PS NN2 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1944 NE NN2 19 65 6 11 1 0 0 4 0 7 0 0.169 .261 (-35%) .325 (-17%) .357 (-48%) .683 (-33%) 0.0
1947 CAG NAL 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 19 18 45 59 5 5
3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
SS 34 29 72 85 17 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1940 PS SS 2 1 3 8 4 1
1943 PS 2B 18 17 42 56 5 4
1943 PS SS 12 8 34 31 6 2
1944 PS SS 1 1 2 3 0 0
1944 NE 2B 1 1 3 3 0 1
1944 NE 3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
1944 NE SS 18 18 31 42 7 10
1947 CAG SS 1 1 2 1 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 19
Third Base 1
Shortstop 34