Ralph Weigel
Born: 10/2/1921 in Coldwater, OH, USA
Died: 4/15/1992 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1946-09-18 | Final Game: 1949-07-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Ralph Richard Weigel
Biography
Ralph Weigel was a professional baseball player born in 1921, who played in Major League Baseball from 1946 to 1949. Primarily serving as a position player, Weigel appeared in 106 games during his career. He was known for his steady presence on the field, contributing a total of 54 hits, along with 30 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .23. Despite not hitting any home runs, he showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases throughout his tenure.
Weigel's career unfolded in the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing a surge in popularity and the integration of players was beginning to reshape the game. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Weigel's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination characteristic of players of his time. His legacy is remembered as part of the fabric of baseball's evolving history in the late 1940s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 235 | 12 | 54 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 21 | 26 | 0.230 | 0.296 | 0.294 | 0.589 | -685.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | CLE | AL | 6 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1948 | CHW | AL | 66 | 163 | 8 | 38 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 13 | 18 | 0.233 | -506.3 |
| 1949 | WSN | AL | 34 | 60 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 0.233 | -179.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 66 | 0 | 179 | 28 | 5 | 8 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | CLE | C | 6 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1948 | CHA | C | 39 | 0 | 108 | 19 | 4 | 4 |
| 1948 | CHA | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1949 | WS1 | C | 21 | 0 | 55 | 9 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 66 |
| Left Field | 2 |