Dave Wehrmeister
Born: 11/9/1952 in Berwyn, IL, USA
Died: 12/6/2023 in Walnut Creek, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-04-16 | Final Game: 1985-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: David Thomas Wehrmeister
Biography
Dave Wehrmeister, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1976 to 1985. Known for his versatility on the mound, Wehrmeister played during a dynamic era in baseball marked by offensive surges and evolving pitching strategies. He made his Major League debut in the late 1970s, a time when teams began to increasingly rely on bullpen specialists and strategic matchups.
Throughout his career, Wehrmeister recorded a win-loss record of 4-9 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.65 over his time in the league. He struck out 96 batters and secured 2 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and a reliever. While his statistics may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers of his time, Wehrmeister's presence in the game during a pivotal period reflects the challenges and changes that pitchers faced in adapting to a more competitive landscape. His journey through the majors remains a testament to the perseverance and dedication required to succeed at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 9 | 76 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 157.7 | 175 | 99 | 14 | 84 | 96 | 5.65 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | SDP | NL | 0 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 27 | 16 | 11 | 10 | 7.45 | - |
| 1977 | SDP | NL | 1 | 3 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.7 | 81 | 47 | 44 | 32 | 6.07 | - |
| 1978 | SDP | NL | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 6.14 | - |
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 5.14 | - |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 18 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 7.20 | 116.4 |
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 39.3 | 35 | 15 | 10 | 32 | 3.43 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.150 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | SDP | NL | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | SDP | NL | 30 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | SDP | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 76 | 10 | 13 | 20 | 2 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | SDN | P | 7 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | SDN | P | 30 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | SDN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | NYA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | PHI | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | CHA | P | 23 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 76 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truman State University | Kirksville | MO | 1971, 1972 |