Ray Murray

Born: 10/12/1917 in Spring Hope, NC, USA

Died: 4/9/2003 in Fort Worth, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1948-04-25 | Final Game: 1954-09-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 204 lbs

Full name: Raymond Lee Murray

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Biography

Ray Murray, born in 1917, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1948 to 1954. Operating primarily as a position player, he appeared in 250 games over the course of his career. Murray accumulated 184 hits, including 8 home runs, and drove in 80 runs, finishing with a batting average of .252. Known for his versatility on the field, he demonstrated a keen ability to contribute offensively while also showcasing his defensive skills. Murray played during a transformative period in baseball, bridging the gap between the post-World War II era and the onset of the modern game. His career unfolded in a time when the sport was evolving, with an increasing emphasis on power hitting and athleticism. Despite the challenges of this competitive landscape, Murray carved out a respectable career, leaving a legacy that reflects the hard work and dedication characteristic of players of his time. His contribution to the teams he played for remains a testament to his skill and commitment to the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
250	731	69	184	37	6	8	80	1	55	67	0.252	0.305	0.352	0.657	-1283.5

Career AVG .252 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .305 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — 9.4% below league average.

Career SLG .352 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — 9.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.657 vs. league average 0.724 across their career seasons — 9.3% 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
1948	CLE	AL	4	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1950	CLE	AL	55	139	16	38	8	2	1	13	1	12	13	0.273	.265 (+3%)	.346 (-4%)	.401 (-5%)	.747 (-5%)	-145.9
1951	CLE	AL	1	1	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1951	PHA	AL	40	122	10	26	6	0	0	13	0	14	8	0.213	.260 (-18%)	.336 (-13%)	.385 (-32%)	.721 (-23%)	0.0
1952	PHA	AL	44	136	14	28	5	0	1	10	0	9	13	0.206	.252 (-19%)	.326 (-22%)	.369 (-28%)	.696 (-25%)	-591.9
1953	PHA	AL	84	268	25	76	14	3	6	41	0	18	25	0.284	.264 (+7%)	.335 (-1%)	.397 (+7%)	.733 (+3%)	96.4
1954	BAL	AL	22	61	4	15	4	1	0	2	0	2	5	0.246	.261 (-6%)	.333 (-19%)	.390 (-12%)	.723 (-15%)	-173.0