Roxy Walters
Born: 11/5/1892 in San Francisco, CA, USA
Died: 6/3/1956 in Alameda, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-09-16 | Final Game: 1925-06-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Alfred John Walters
Biography
Roxy Walters, born in 1892, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1915 until his retirement in 1925. Primarily serving as a position player, Walters participated in 498 games throughout his career, where he recorded 317 hits and 116 RBIs. His batting average stood at .222, and he showcased a modest ability on the base paths with 13 stolen bases. Despite never hitting a home run, Walters contributed to his teams with consistent contact hitting and defensive versatility.
Playing during a time when the game was transitioning into the lively ball era, Walters experienced the evolution of baseball firsthand. His career spanned the years leading up to and following World War I, a period that saw increased attendance and the burgeoning popularity of the sport in American culture. While his individual statistics may not have placed him among the game's greats, Walters' commitment and presence in the Major Leagues contributed to the fabric of baseball history during a transformative decade.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 498 | 1426 | 119 | 317 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 116 | 13 | 97 | 151 | 0.222 | 0.281 | 0.259 | 0.541 | -4896.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | NYY | AL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | NYY | AL | 66 | 203 | 13 | 54 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 14 | 42 | 0.266 | 90.2 |
| 1917 | NYY | AL | 61 | 171 | 16 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 9 | 22 | 0.263 | -225.9 |
| 1918 | NYY | AL | 64 | 191 | 18 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 18 | 0.199 | -836.1 |
| 1919 | BOS | AL | 48 | 135 | 7 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 0.193 | -638.1 |
| 1920 | BOS | AL | 88 | 258 | 25 | 51 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 30 | 21 | 0.198 | -923.8 |
| 1921 | BOS | AL | 54 | 169 | 17 | 34 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 10 | 11 | 0.201 | -1054.8 |
| 1922 | BOS | AL | 38 | 98 | 4 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.194 | -676.6 |
| 1923 | BOS | AL | 40 | 104 | 9 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.250 | -470.1 |
| 1924 | CLE | AL | 32 | 74 | 10 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 6 | 0.257 | -161.6 |
| 1925 | CLE | AL | 5 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 8 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| C | 462 | 0 | 1863 | 525 | 62 | 66 |
| OF | 9 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | NYA | C | 2 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1916 | NYA | C | 65 | 0 | 346 | 102 | 12 | 13 |
| 1917 | NYA | C | 57 | 0 | 263 | 73 | 11 | 6 |
| 1918 | NYA | C | 50 | 0 | 199 | 47 | 12 | 6 |
| 1918 | NYA | OF | 9 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1919 | BOS | C | 47 | 0 | 162 | 54 | 4 | 3 |
| 1920 | BOS | C | 85 | 0 | 351 | 94 | 9 | 15 |
| 1920 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | BOS | C | 54 | 0 | 232 | 53 | 3 | 11 |
| 1922 | BOS | C | 36 | 0 | 117 | 30 | 5 | 5 |
| 1923 | BOS | C | 36 | 0 | 111 | 36 | 4 | 2 |
| 1923 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1924 | CLE | C | 25 | 0 | 66 | 26 | 2 | 3 |
| 1924 | CLE | 2B | 7 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1925 | CLE | C | 5 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 463 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 8 |
| Right Field | 9 |