Wally Rehg
Born: 8/31/1888 in Summerfield, IL, USA
Died: 4/5/1946 in Burbank, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-04-14 | Final Game: 1919-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Walter Phillip Rehg
Biography
Wally Rehg was a professional baseball player born in 1888, who played from 1912 until 1919. Over the span of his career, he appeared in 263 games, showcasing his versatility as a position player during an era that was transitioning from the deadball style of play to a more offensive approach. Rehg finished his career with a batting average of .25, accumulating a total of 188 hits, which included 2 home runs and 66 runs batted in. His ability to contribute on the base paths was evident, as he recorded 26 stolen bases, demonstrating the speed and agility that characterized many players of his time.
Rehg's career unfolded during a significant period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of new strategies and the gradual rise of more powerful hitting. Although he may not have been a superstar, Rehg’s contributions to his teams and his consistent presence on the field reflected the grit and determination of players in the early 20th century. His legacy is one of a solid contributor who played a role in the foundational years of modern baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263 | 752 | 85 | 188 | 24 | 11 | 2 | 66 | 26 | 50 | 66 | 0.250 | 0.299 | 0.319 | 0.618 | -385.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | PIT | NL | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1913 | BOS | AL | 30 | 101 | 13 | 28 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.277 | -117.1 |
| 1914 | BOS | AL | 88 | 151 | 14 | 33 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 18 | 11 | 0.219 | -288.7 |
| 1915 | BOS | AL | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | BSN | NL | 87 | 341 | 48 | 92 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 31 | 13 | 24 | 32 | 0.270 | 250.2 |
| 1918 | BSN | NL | 40 | 133 | 6 | 32 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 0.241 | -229.4 |
| 1919 | CIN | NL | 5 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 201 | 0 | 280 | 24 | 11 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | PIT | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1913 | BOS | OF | 26 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1914 | BOS | OF | 43 | 0 | 45 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 1915 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1917 | BSN | OF | 86 | 0 | 122 | 9 | 6 | 2 |
| 1918 | BSN | OF | 38 | 0 | 75 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1919 | CIN | OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 52 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 143 |