Wes Chamberlain
Born: 4/13/1966 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-08-31 | Final Game: 1995-06-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Wesley Polk Chamberlain
Biography
Wes Chamberlain was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball during the early to mid-1990s. Born in 1966, Chamberlain's career spanned from 1990 until his retirement in 1995. Over the course of 385 games, he accumulated 322 hits, with 43 of those being home runs. He recorded a batting average of .255, driving in 167 runs and showcasing his ability to contribute offensively. Additionally, Chamberlain demonstrated speed on the bases, achieving 20 stolen bases throughout his career.
Chamberlain played in an era characterized by a shift towards increased offensive production and the rise of power hitters. His combination of speed and power made him a versatile player, allowing him to impact games in various ways. While his career was relatively brief, his performance in the outfield and at the plate left an impression on the teams he played for, including the Philadelphia Phillies and the Kansas City Royals. Chamberlain's journey through the game reflects the dynamic nature of baseball during the transition into the more modern aspects of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 385 | 1263 | 144 | 322 | 72 | 6 | 43 | 167 | 20 | 77 | 249 | 0.255 | 0.299 | 0.424 | 0.722 | -70.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PHI | NL | 18 | 46 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0.283 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | 101 | 383 | 51 | 92 | 16 | 3 | 13 | 50 | 9 | 31 | 73 | 0.240 | -129.2 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 76 | 275 | 26 | 71 | 18 | 0 | 9 | 41 | 4 | 10 | 55 | 0.258 | -71.5 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | 96 | 284 | 34 | 80 | 20 | 2 | 12 | 45 | 2 | 17 | 51 | 0.282 | 430.3 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 51 | 164 | 13 | 42 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 12 | 38 | 0.256 | -249.9 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 24 | 69 | 7 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.275 | -249.9 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 19 | 42 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 0.119 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.308 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WS | PHI | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1993 | NLCS | PHI | 4 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.364 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 321 | 307 | 601 | 26 | 10 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PHI | OF | 10 | 10 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | PHI | OF | 98 | 96 | 199 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1992 | PHI | OF | 73 | 70 | 132 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1993 | PHI | OF | 76 | 73 | 131 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| 1994 | BOS | OF | 34 | 33 | 69 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PHI | OF | 18 | 16 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | BOS | OF | 12 | 9 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 133 |
| Right Field | 193 |
| Designated Hitter | 17 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Player of the Week | Week of 1991-08-03 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | PHI | NL | $350,000 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | $250,000 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | $200,000 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | $105,000 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,005,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State University | Jackson | MS | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 5th | 3.0 | 120 | 0 |