Walter Signer
Born: 10/12/1910 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 7/23/1974 in Greenwich, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-09-18 | Final Game: 1945-07-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Walter Donald Aloysius Signer
Biography
Walter Signer was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1910, whose career spanned from 1943 to 1945. He played in a time when Major League Baseball was navigating the complexities of World War II, which saw many star players serving in the military, creating opportunities for younger and lesser-known talents. Signer made his mark during this wartime period, showcasing his skills primarily as a reliable pitcher.
Over the course of his brief career, Signer compiled a record of 2-1 with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.0, reflecting his effectiveness on the mound. He recorded 5 strikeouts and achieved 1 save, demonstrating his ability to contribute to his team's success in critical moments. Although Signer's time in the major leagues was limited, he represented the resilience of the sport during a challenging era and left a lasting legacy as part of the tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 33.0 | 35 | 11 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 3.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | CHC | NL | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 24 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 2.88 | - |
| 1945 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8.0 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 3.38 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.222 | 0.300 | 0.222 | 0.522 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | CHC | NL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | CHC | NL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1945 | CHN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 10 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York University | New York | NY | 1931, 1932, 1933 |