Bull Wagner
Born: 12/25/1887 in Lilley, MI, USA
Died: 10/2/1967 in Muskegon, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-06-02 | Final Game: 1914-05-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: William George Wagner
Biography
Bull Wagner, born in 1887, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief yet notable career in the early 20th century. His playing career spanned from 1913 to 1914, during a time when baseball was evolving and beginning to attract a wider audience. Wagner's pitching record concluded with 4 wins and 3 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 5.64. Over the course of his career, he recorded 15 strikeouts, demonstrating his capability on the mound despite a limited number of appearances.
Wagner's playing style was emblematic of the transitional period in baseball, as pitchers began to adopt more strategic approaches to their craft. Although he did not accumulate saves during his time, his contributions to his teams during the deadball era reflected the challenges and competitive nature of the game at the time. While his career may not have been extensive, Bull Wagner remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the persistence and passion of players from that formative era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 83.0 | 91 | 52 | 5 | 42 | 15 | 5.64 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BRO | NL | 4 | 2 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.7 | 77 | 43 | 30 | 11 | 5.48 | -2697.0 |
| 1914 | BRO | NL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 4 | 6.57 | -631.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 27 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0.222 | 0.276 | 0.222 | 0.498 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BRO | NL | 18 | 26 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | BRO | 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 | 24 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BRO | P | 18 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | BRO | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 24 |