Julie Wera
Born: 2/9/1902 in Winona, MN, USA
Died: 12/12/1975 in Rochester, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-04-14 | Final Game: 1929-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 164 lbs
Full name: Julian Valentine Wera
Biography
Julie Wera was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the American League during the late 1920s. Born in 1902, Wera's career spanned from 1927 to April 14, 1929, during a transitional period in baseball marked by the rise of larger-than-life personalities and the gradual shift towards more powerful hitting. He was primarily known for his role as a position player, showcasing versatility and a keen eye at the plate.
Throughout his career, Wera played in 43 games, where he accumulated 15 hits, including one home run. He demonstrated his ability to drive in runs with a total of 10 RBIs and finished his career with a respectable batting average of .278. Despite not being known for his speed, as indicated by his zero stolen bases, Wera's contributions to his teams were significant in an era that valued both batting prowess and defensive reliability. His time in the league, although brief, reflects the competitive spirit of the late 1920s baseball landscape and his role in it as a dedicated player.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 54 | 8 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.278 | 0.316 | 0.389 | 0.705 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | NYY | AL | 38 | 42 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | NYY | AL | 5 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.417 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 23 | 0 | 17 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | NYA | 3B | 19 | 0 | 17 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | NYA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 22 |