Curt Walker
Born: 7/3/1896 in Beeville, TX, USA
Died: 12/9/1955 in Beeville, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1919-09-17 | Final Game: 1930-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Curtis Walker
Biography
Curt Walker was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1919 to 1930. Born in 1896, Walker established himself as a reliable offensive force during the formative years of professional baseball in the post-Deadball Era. Over the course of 1,359 games, he made a significant impact with a career batting average of .304, showcasing his ability to hit for both average and power. Walker accumulated 1,475 hits, including 64 home runs, and drove in 688 runs, underscoring his role as a key contributor to his teams' offensive efforts.
Known for his speed on the bases, Walker also tallied 96 stolen bases, demonstrating his versatility and athleticism as a player. His career unfolded during a pivotal time in baseball, as the sport was transitioning into a more dynamic and offensively driven era. Walker's consistent performance and solid batting statistics positioned him as a respected figure among his contemporaries, and his contributions to the game helped pave the way for future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1359 | 4858 | 718 | 1475 | 235 | 117 | 64 | 688 | 96 | 535 | 254 | 0.304 | 0.374 | 0.440 | 0.813 | 8756.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | NY1 | NL | 8 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | NY1 | NL | 64 | 192 | 30 | 55 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 15 | 8 | 0.286 | 136.0 |
| 1921 | PHI | NL | 21 | 77 | 11 | 26 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0.338 | 136.0 |
| 1922 | PHI | NL | 148 | 581 | 102 | 196 | 36 | 11 | 12 | 89 | 11 | 56 | 46 | 0.337 | 2459.2 |
| 1923 | PHI | NL | 140 | 527 | 66 | 148 | 26 | 5 | 5 | 66 | 12 | 45 | 31 | 0.281 | -363.1 |
| 1924 | CIN | NL | 109 | 397 | 55 | 119 | 21 | 10 | 4 | 46 | 7 | 44 | 15 | 0.300 | 659.0 |
| 1924 | PHI | NL | 24 | 71 | 11 | 21 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 0.296 | 659.0 |
| 1925 | CIN | NL | 145 | 509 | 86 | 162 | 22 | 16 | 6 | 71 | 14 | 57 | 31 | 0.318 | 1170.4 |
| 1926 | CIN | NL | 155 | 571 | 83 | 175 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 78 | 3 | 60 | 31 | 0.306 | 1382.3 |
| 1927 | CIN | NL | 146 | 527 | 60 | 154 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 80 | 5 | 47 | 19 | 0.292 | 104.6 |
| 1928 | CIN | NL | 123 | 427 | 64 | 119 | 15 | 12 | 6 | 73 | 19 | 49 | 14 | 0.279 | 304.4 |
| 1929 | CIN | NL | 141 | 492 | 76 | 154 | 28 | 15 | 7 | 83 | 17 | 85 | 17 | 0.313 | 1870.2 |
| 1930 | CIN | NL | 134 | 472 | 74 | 145 | 26 | 11 | 8 | 51 | 4 | 64 | 30 | 0.307 | 891.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1310 | 0 | 2776 | 144 | 112 | 48 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | NY1 | OF | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | NY1 | OF | 58 | 0 | 122 | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| 1921 | PHI | OF | 21 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1922 | PHI | OF | 147 | 0 | 295 | 24 | 15 | 8 |
| 1923 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | PHI | OF | 137 | 0 | 284 | 19 | 17 | 5 |
| 1924 | CIN | OF | 109 | 0 | 213 | 14 | 5 | 4 |
| 1924 | PHI | OF | 20 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 1925 | CIN | OF | 141 | 0 | 332 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| 1926 | CIN | OF | 152 | 0 | 325 | 21 | 14 | 8 |
| 1927 | CIN | OF | 141 | 0 | 316 | 15 | 15 | 8 |
| 1928 | CIN | OF | 122 | 0 | 289 | 9 | 14 | 3 |
| 1929 | CIN | OF | 138 | 0 | 298 | 11 | 10 | 2 |
| 1930 | CIN | OF | 120 | 0 | 241 | 5 | 9 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 97 |
| Center Field | 97 |
| Right Field | 1123 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern University | Georgetown | TX | 1916, 1917 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 24th | 1.0 | 80 | 0 |