Phil Voyles

Born: 5/12/1900 in Murphy, NC, USA

Died: 11/3/1972 in Marlborough, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1929-09-04 | Final Game: 1929-10-06

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Philip Vance Voyles

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Biography

Phil Voyles was a professional baseball player born in 1900, who played during a brief career in the late 1920s. His time in Major League Baseball spanned from September 4, 1929, to October 6, 1929, during which he appeared in 20 games. As a position player, Voyles made a notable impact at the plate, accumulating 16 hits and driving in 14 runs, which reflected his capacity to contribute offensively despite finishing with a batting average of .235. While he did not hit any home runs or record any stolen bases during his short stint in the league, his ability to produce RBIs underscored his role as a solid contributor in clutch situations. Voyles' career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball history, just before the onset of the Great Depression, which would later impact the sport and its players significantly. His tenure in the majors was limited, but he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball's past, showcasing the diverse talent that emerged in the game during the late 1920s. Although his statistics may not reflect a long-lasting legacy, players like Voyles helped pave the way for future generations, emphasizing the evolution of the game and the importance of every athlete's contribution, no matter how brief their time in the spotlight.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
20	68	9	16	0	2	0	14	0	6	8	0.235	0.297	0.294	0.591	-277.0

Career AVG .235 vs. league average .289 across their career seasons — 18.7% below league average.

Career OBP .297 vs. league average .354 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career SLG .294 vs. league average .416 across their career seasons — 29.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.591 vs. league average 0.769 across their career seasons — 23.1% 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
1929	BSN	NL	20	68	9	16	0	2	0	14	0	6	8	0.235	.289 (-19%)	.353 (-16%)	.415 (-29%)	.769 (-23%)	-277.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	20	0	45	2	4	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1929	BSN	OF	20	0	45	2	4	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	20