Wayne Cage
Born: 11/23/1951 in Monroe, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-04-22 | Final Game: 1979-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Wayne Levell Cage
Biography
Wayne Cage, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1979. Over the course of his brief career, Cage appeared in 65 games, compiling a batting average of .240. He recorded 37 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 19 runs, showcasing a power-hitting capability that made him a notable presence during his time on the field. Cage also demonstrated speed on the bases, successfully stealing one base throughout his career.
Cage played during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the evolution of offensive strategies and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. Though his career was relatively short, he contributed to the teams he played for with a mix of batting skill and versatility. His journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the unique stories of players who shaped the game, even if their time in the spotlight was limited.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 154 | 17 | 37 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 14 | 44 | 0.240 | 0.304 | 0.403 | 0.706 | -33.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 36 | 98 | 11 | 24 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 28 | 0.245 | 103.8 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 29 | 56 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0.232 | -137.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 18 | 12 | 110 | 12 | 1 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | CLE | 1B | 11 | 8 | 73 | 8 | 1 | 10 |
| 1979 | CLE | 1B | 7 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 18 |
| Designated Hitter | 29 |