Wayne Ambler
Born: 11/8/1915 in Abington, PA, USA
Died: 1/3/1998 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-06-04 | Final Game: 1939-09-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Wayne Harper Ambler
Biography
Wayne Ambler was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1937 to 1939. As a position player, Ambler played a total of 271 games during his brief career, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. He recorded 175 hits and drove in 73 runs, achieving a batting average of .224. Although he did not hit any home runs, Ambler contributed to his teams with his ability to get on base and his speed on the basepaths, accumulating 4 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Ambler's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play. While he may not have been a household name, his presence on the field reflected the hard-working ethos of many players of his generation. After retiring from professional baseball, Ambler's legacy remained as part of the rich tapestry of the game, representing a time when the sport was evolving and expanding in popularity across the United States.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 271 | 782 | 60 | 175 | 39 | 2 | 0 | 73 | 4 | 83 | 64 | 0.224 | 0.298 | 0.279 | 0.577 | -3243.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHA | AL | 56 | 162 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 8 | 0.216 | -858.9 |
| 1938 | PHA | AL | 120 | 393 | 42 | 92 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 38 | 2 | 48 | 31 | 0.234 | -1259.3 |
| 1939 | PHA | AL | 95 | 227 | 15 | 48 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 22 | 25 | 0.211 | -1125.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 79 | 0 | 143 | 189 | 15 | 41 |
| SS | 193 | 0 | 335 | 494 | 47 | 85 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHA | 2B | 56 | 0 | 107 | 149 | 12 | 34 |
| 1938 | PHA | 2B | 4 | 0 | 12 | 16 | 0 | 4 |
| 1938 | PHA | SS | 116 | 0 | 209 | 310 | 32 | 54 |
| 1939 | PHA | 2B | 19 | 0 | 24 | 24 | 3 | 3 |
| 1939 | PHA | SS | 77 | 0 | 126 | 184 | 15 | 31 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 79 |
| Shortstop | 193 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1935, 1936, 1937 |