Lee Wheat
Born: 9/15/1929 in Edwardsville, IL, USA
Died: 7/29/2008 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-21 | Final Game: 1955-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Leroy William Wheat
Biography
Lee Wheat was a professional baseball player born in 1929, who played as a position player during a brief career spanning from 1954 to 1955. Wheat's time in Major League Baseball was marked by a limited sample size, as he appeared in 11 games over two seasons. His contributions at the plate included one hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.125, with no home runs or runs batted in, and he did not record any stolen bases.
Despite the brevity of his career, Wheat's entry into the major leagues came during a dynamic period in baseball history, characterized by the transition from the post-war era towards a more competitive landscape in the late 1950s. His experience reflects the challenges faced by many players of his time, who vied for spots on rosters amidst a roster of established stars. While his statistical achievements may not have reached notable heights, Wheat remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.3 | 46 | 23 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 6.82 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 38 | 18 | 9 | 7 | 5.72 | 339.0 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 22.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 3 | 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 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHA | P | 8 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | KC1 | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |