Paul Wanninger
Born: 12/12/1902 in Birmingham, AL, USA
Died: 3/7/1981 in North Augusta, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-04-22 | Final Game: 1927-06-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Paul Louis Wanninger
Biography
Paul Wanninger was a professional baseball player born in 1902, whose career spanned from 1925 until 1927. Primarily known as a position player, Wanninger played in a total of 163 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 130 hits, including one home run, and drove in 31 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .234. In addition to his offensive contributions, he also showcased his speed on the bases, accumulating five stolen bases throughout his career.
Wanninger's playing years occurred during a transformative period in baseball, bridging the gap between the deadball era and the more power-oriented styles that would emerge in the following decades. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for were part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during the 1920s. His experience in the league reflects the challenges and dynamics faced by players of that era, showcasing the evolution of the game even in the face of limited statistical accomplishments.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | 556 | 53 | 130 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 31 | 5 | 23 | 43 | 0.234 | 0.266 | 0.295 | 0.560 | -2929.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | NYY | AL | 117 | 403 | 35 | 95 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 22 | 3 | 11 | 34 | 0.236 | -2306.1 |
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 18 | 60 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0.200 | -326.1 |
| 1927 | CIN | NL | 28 | 93 | 14 | 23 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0.247 | -326.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| SS | 154 | 0 | 302 | 442 | 47 | 91 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1925 | NYA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1925 | NYA | SS | 111 | 0 | 214 | 296 | 30 | 59 |
| 1927 | BOS | SS | 15 | 0 | 27 | 46 | 9 | 11 |
| 1927 | CIN | SS | 28 | 0 | 61 | 100 | 8 | 21 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 154 |