Butch Weis
Born: 3/2/1901 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 5/4/1997 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-04-15 | Final Game: 1925-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Arthur John Weis
Biography
Butch Weis was a professional baseball player born in 1901, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1922 until his final game on October 2, 1925. Primarily serving as a position player, Weis appeared in 128 games throughout his career, where he showcased a solid batting average of .27. He recorded 92 hits, contributing to his total of 50 runs batted in (RBIs) and hitting 2 home runs. In addition to his offensive capabilities, Weis demonstrated speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 6 stolen bases.
Weis played during an era characterized by significant transition in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a more offensive-focused game. His contributions to the teams he played for, including his ability to maintain a respectable batting average, reflected the skill and adaptability required of players during this time. Although his career was relatively short, Weis remains a part of baseball history, representing the tenacity and competitive spirit of early 20th-century baseball players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128 | 341 | 39 | 92 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 43 | 44 | 0.270 | 0.353 | 0.352 | 0.705 | -281.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1923 | CHC | NL | 22 | 26 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | CHC | NL | 37 | 133 | 19 | 37 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 23 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 0.278 | -74.1 |
| 1925 | CHC | NL | 67 | 180 | 16 | 48 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 23 | 22 | 0.267 | -207.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 89 | 0 | 168 | 11 | 5 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHN | OF | 6 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1924 | CHN | OF | 36 | 0 | 81 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 1925 | CHN | OF | 47 | 0 | 78 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 57 |
| Right Field | 31 |