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Harold Joseph "Pie" Traynor (November 11, 1898 – March 16, 1972) was an American third baseman, manager, scout and radio broadcaster in Major League Baseball (MLB) who played his entire career between 1920 and 1937 for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Position: Third Baseman. Bats: Right • Throws: Right. 6-0 , 170lb (183cm, 77kg) Born: November 11, 1898 in Framingham, MA. Died: March 16, 1972 in Pittsburgh, PA. Buried: Homewood Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA. High School: Debut: (Age 21-309d, 5,104th in major league history) 2 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB.
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Pie Traynor was widely regarded as the premier third baseman of his era. About Pie Traynor "He was a mechanically perfect third baseman," legendary baseball executive Branch Rickey said of Pie Traynor upon his induction into the Hall of Fame.
When shortstop Bill McKechnie hurt his leg in the seventh inning of the second game of a doubleheader against the Boston Braves, manager George Gibson summoned Traynor. He went 1-for-2 against Braves right-hander Dana Fillingim, doubling home the Pirates’ lone run in the ninth inning of a 4-1 defeat.
Oct 13, 2010 · If you want to see someone’s face light up, find a middle-aged man who grew up in Pittsburgh and mention Pie Traynor. When he hears that name, he won’t recall Traynor’s sparkling play at third base or all the clutch hits he delivered for the Pirates. Those are the memories of a different generation. No, if you came of ...
Pie Traynor, the Major League Baseball player, was born on Friday, November 11, 1898, in Framingham, Massachusetts. Traynor was 21 years old when he broke into the major leagues on September 15, 1920, with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Jan 8, 2024 · Learn about Traynor's exceptional career as a third baseman, his defensive prowess, and pivotal role in the Pirates' 1925 World Series victory. Explore his impact on baseball, including his...
Pie Traynor Bio. Fullname: Harold Joseph Traynor; Born: 11/11/1899 in Framingham, MA; High School: Somerville, Somerville, MA; Debut: 9/15/1920; Hall of Fame: 1948; Died: 3/16/1972
Considered one of the best third basemen of all time, Harold “Pie” Traynor’s lightning-quick reflexes and accurate arm has ranked him fifth among all third basemen in career putouts. Recognized most often for his superlative defensive skills, Traynor’s hitting ability was often overlooked.
Harold Joseph " Pie " Traynor (November 11, 1898 – March 16, 1972) was an American third baseman, manager, scout and radio broadcaster in Major League Baseball (MLB) who played his entire career between 1920 and 1937 for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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