Walt Walker

Born: 3/12/1860 in Berlin, MI, USA

Died: 2/28/1922 in Pontiac, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1884-05-08 | Final Game: 1884-05-08

Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 162 lbs

Full name: Walter S. Walker

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Biography

Walt Walker was a professional baseball player born in 1860, whose career spanned a brief moment in the early days of Major League Baseball. He played as a position player, notably participating in a single game on May 8, 1884. In this lone appearance, Walker recorded 1 hit in 4 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of 0.25. Despite his limited exposure on the field, his contribution is a reflection of the era's transition from the formative years of baseball to a more organized professional structure. Walker's time in the league coincided with a period characterized by rapid growth and the establishment of the sport's foundational elements. His career, while not distinguished by extensive statistics, represents the many players of his time who contributed to the evolution of baseball, paving the way for future generations. Although he did not achieve significant accolades or longevity in the sport, Walker remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, highlighting the diverse experiences of players in the late 19th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	4	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.250	0.250	0.250	0.500	0.0

Career AVG .250 vs. league average .243 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .279 across their career seasons — 10.4% below league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 23.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.500 vs. league average 0.606 across their career seasons — 17.5% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1884	DTN	NL	1	4	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	1	0	5	1	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1884	DTN	C	1	0	5	1	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	1