The right-hander was listed as 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall and 192 pounds (87 kg). His pro career lasted six seasons, 1947–1950 and 1952–1953. In his National League debut on April 30, 1950, against the Philadelphia Phillies, Manville threw two scoreless innings of relief, without allowing a hit, in a 9–3 Boston defeat at Shibe Park. It was his only appearance for the Braves; he was sent to the minor leagues thereafter and was acquired by the Cubs on May 15.
In his 12 MLB games, Manville allowed 25 hits and 15 bases on balls, along with 15 earned runs. He was credited with eight strikeouts. He did not earned a decision or a save, and posted a 7.11 career ERA.
Manville died at age 92 on February 13, 2019, in Winter Springs, Florida.

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