Speed Walker, baseball player, 1923-1923

Speed Walker

Born: 1/23/1898 in Munhall, PA, USA

Died: 6/10/1959 in West Mifflin, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1923-09-15 | Final Game: 1923-09-15

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Joseph Richard Walker

Biography

Speed Walker, born in 1898, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in the early 20th century. He played as a position player, making his mark in the major leagues during the 1923 season. Despite his limited time on the field, Walker showcased a competent batting ability, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.286 over 2 games. He recorded 2 hits, although he did not achieve any home runs or RBIs during his tenure. Walker’s career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the post-Deadball Era where players began to embrace more power hitting and team dynamics evolved. Although his time in the league was short-lived, his contributions to the game during this era highlight the diverse range of players who graced the diamond, each leaving their mark, however small it may have been. Walker's legacy serves as a reminder of the many athletes who aspired to greatness in the sport, even if they did not have the opportunity to do so over a long career.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2 7 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.286 0.286 0.286 0.571 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 19 0 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2