Paul Augustus Maloy (June 4, 1892 – March 18, 1976) was a

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who played briefly for the

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during the season. Listed at , 185 lb., Maloy batted and threw

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. He was born in Bascom, Ohio. In a two-game career, Maloy, who was nicknamed "Biff", posted a 9.00

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with one

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and two hits allowed in 2.0 innings of work. He did not have a decision. Maloy died in

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at age 83.

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Major League Baseball pitchers Boston Red Sox players Baseball players from Ohio People from Seneca County, Ohio 1892 births 1976 deaths Battle Creek Crickets players {{US-baseball-pitcher-1890s-stub