Wayne Osborne
Born: 10/11/1912 in Watsonville, CA, USA
Died: 3/13/1987 in Vancouver, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-18 | Final Game: 1936-05-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Wayne Harold Osborne
Biography
Wayne Osborne, born in 1912, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1935 to 1936. He is remembered for his contributions during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a time when offense began to flourish. Osborne’s career record stood at 1-1, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.91 over his time in the league. He recorded a total of 9 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves during his tenure.
Osborne's playing style reflected the challenges faced by pitchers of his time, as they often navigated a landscape that included both strong-hitting lineups and evolving strategies. Despite the limited duration of his career, he left a mark in the annals of baseball history, illustrating the dedication and challenges faced by athletes in the 1930s. His journey through the major leagues, albeit short, contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball's historical narrative.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 32 | 14 | 1 | 9 | 9 | 5.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 31 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 5.85 | 29.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PIT | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 5 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PIT | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | BSN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 7 |