Oscar Westerberg, baseball player, 1907-1907

Oscar Westerberg

Born: 7/8/1882 in Alameda, CA, USA

Died: 4/17/1909 in Alameda, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1907-09-05 | Final Game: 1907-09-07

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 186 lbs

Full name: Oscar William Westerberg

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Biography

Oscar Westerberg was a professional baseball player born in 1882, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball spanning from September 5 to September 7, 1907. As a position player, Westerberg's time on the field was limited to just two games, during which he showcased a commendable batting average of .333. He recorded two hits and drove in one run, highlighting his ability to contribute to his team's offense despite the short duration of his career. Westerberg played during a time when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a period where offensive production began to take center stage. While his overall statistics reflect a small sample size and do not include home runs or stolen bases, Westerberg's performance remains a testament to the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. His brief stint in the major leagues serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to leave their mark on the game, even if only for a fleeting moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2 6 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0.333 0.429 0.333 0.762 0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — +35.9% above league average.

Career OBP .429 vs. league average .304 across their career seasons — +40.8% above league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .309 across their career seasons — +7.9% above league average.

Career OPS 0.762 vs. league average 0.613 across their career seasons — +24.2% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1907 BSN NL 2 6 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0.333 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 2 2 3 3 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1907 BSN SS 2 2 3 3 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
St. Mary's College of California Moraga CA 1904