Wally Gerber
Born: 8/18/1891 in Columbus, OH, USA
Died: 6/19/1951 in Columbus, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-09-23 | Final Game: 1929-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 152 lbs
Full name: Walter Gerber
Biography
Wally Gerber, born in 1891, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in the Major Leagues from 1914 to 1929. Over the course of his career, Gerber played in 1,522 games, amassing a total of 1,309 hits and achieving a batting average of .257. Known for his versatility and defensive skills, he contributed 476 RBIs and hit 7 home runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 43 stolen bases.
Gerber's playing career spanned the late deadball era and into the advent of the lively ball period, which saw a shift in offensive production across the league. His ability to adapt to the changing game dynamics made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, Gerber was recognized for his work ethic and dedication on the field, earning respect from teammates and opponents alike. His contributions to the game remain significant, reflecting the evolution of baseball during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1522 | 5099 | 558 | 1309 | 172 | 46 | 7 | 476 | 43 | 465 | 357 | 0.257 | 0.323 | 0.313 | 0.635 | -11687.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PIT | NL | 17 | 54 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.241 | -110.4 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 56 | 144 | 8 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 16 | 0.194 | -668.1 |
| 1917 | SLA | AL | 14 | 39 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | SLA | AL | 56 | 171 | 10 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 19 | 11 | 0.240 | -211.4 |
| 1919 | SLA | AL | 140 | 462 | 43 | 105 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 37 | 1 | 49 | 36 | 0.227 | -839.9 |
| 1920 | SLA | AL | 154 | 584 | 70 | 163 | 26 | 2 | 2 | 60 | 4 | 58 | 32 | 0.279 | -161.9 |
| 1921 | SLA | AL | 114 | 436 | 55 | 121 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 48 | 4 | 34 | 19 | 0.278 | -591.7 |
| 1922 | SLA | AL | 153 | 604 | 81 | 161 | 22 | 8 | 1 | 51 | 6 | 52 | 34 | 0.267 | -1498.1 |
| 1923 | SLA | AL | 154 | 605 | 85 | 170 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 62 | 4 | 54 | 50 | 0.281 | -894.2 |
| 1924 | SLA | AL | 148 | 496 | 61 | 135 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 55 | 4 | 43 | 34 | 0.272 | -887.2 |
| 1925 | SLA | AL | 72 | 246 | 29 | 67 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 26 | 15 | 0.272 | -484.0 |
| 1926 | SLA | AL | 131 | 411 | 37 | 111 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 42 | 0 | 40 | 29 | 0.270 | -1013.6 |
| 1927 | SLA | AL | 142 | 438 | 44 | 98 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 45 | 3 | 35 | 25 | 0.224 | -2001.5 |
| 1928 | BOS | AL | 104 | 300 | 21 | 64 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 6 | 32 | 31 | 0.213 | -1606.2 |
| 1928 | SLA | AL | 6 | 18 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.278 | -1606.2 |
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 61 | 91 | 6 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 12 | 0.165 | -719.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 26 | 0 | 40 | 86 | 6 | 12 |
| 3B | 24 | 0 | 25 | 41 | 5 | 2 |
| SS | 1447 | 0 | 2960 | 4319 | 439 | 741 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | PIT | SS | 17 | 0 | 31 | 62 | 8 | 7 |
| 1915 | PIT | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | PIT | 3B | 23 | 0 | 25 | 41 | 5 | 2 |
| 1915 | PIT | SS | 21 | 0 | 56 | 58 | 8 | 9 |
| 1917 | SLA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1917 | SLA | SS | 12 | 0 | 13 | 33 | 3 | 2 |
| 1918 | SLA | SS | 56 | 0 | 109 | 174 | 24 | 20 |
| 1919 | SLA | SS | 140 | 0 | 284 | 422 | 45 | 42 |
| 1920 | SLA | SS | 154 | 0 | 288 | 513 | 52 | 65 |
| 1921 | SLA | SS | 113 | 0 | 269 | 331 | 36 | 60 |
| 1922 | SLA | SS | 153 | 0 | 322 | 470 | 47 | 93 |
| 1923 | SLA | SS | 154 | 0 | 334 | 461 | 42 | 86 |
| 1924 | SLA | SS | 147 | 0 | 317 | 425 | 42 | 78 |
| 1925 | SLA | SS | 71 | 0 | 144 | 206 | 19 | 39 |
| 1926 | SLA | SS | 129 | 0 | 261 | 358 | 37 | 92 |
| 1927 | SLA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1927 | SLA | SS | 141 | 0 | 290 | 427 | 41 | 91 |
| 1928 | BOS | SS | 103 | 0 | 201 | 328 | 25 | 50 |
| 1928 | SLA | SS | 6 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 5 | 4 |
| 1929 | BOS | 2B | 22 | 0 | 35 | 76 | 5 | 10 |
| 1929 | BOS | SS | 30 | 0 | 35 | 39 | 5 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 27 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Shortstop | 1447 |
| Center Field | 1 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 23th | 2.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1924 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 17th | 4.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1923 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 20.0 | 64 | 0 |