Wally Reinecker, baseball player, 1915-1915

Wally Reinecker

Born: 4/21/1890 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Died: 4/18/1957 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-09-17 | Final Game: 1915-09-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: Walter Joseph Reinecker

Biography

Wally Reinecker was a professional baseball player born in 1890, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. Reinecker played as a position player, making his mark in the league from September 17, 1915, to September 18, 1915. His time in the majors was short-lived, as he appeared in only three games, where he recorded one hit and finished his career with a batting average of .125. Despite not having a significant statistical impact, Reinecker's participation in the sport during this era reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by players in the early 1900s. Reinecker’s career unfolded during a period characterized by the evolution of baseball, as the game was transitioning away from the deadball era and beginning to embrace the offensive explosion that would define the 1920s. While his contributions on the field were limited, every player like Reinecker played a part in the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in the major leagues. Today, he is remembered for his fleeting presence in the game, a reminder of the many stories that populate the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
3 8 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.125 0.222 0.125 0.347 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 3 0 3 1 3 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 3