Ed Wheeler
Born: 6/15/1878 in Sherman, MI, USA
Died: 8/15/1960 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1902-05-10 | Final Game: 1902-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Edward Leroy Wheeler
Biography
Ed Wheeler was a professional baseball player born in 1878, who played in Major League Baseball from 1902 to 1905. Primarily a position player, Wheeler's career spanned parts of four seasons, during which he appeared in 30 games. He recorded a total of 12 hits, contributing to a batting average of .125. Despite not hitting any home runs, he drove in 5 runs and showcased his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base.
Wheeler's playing career unfolded during the early 20th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play that would define the sport in the decades to come. Although his career numbers may not have positioned him among the notable stars of his time, Wheeler's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the dedication and spirit of many players who helped lay the foundation for modern baseball. His brief tenure in the league is a reminder of the many individuals who participated in the sport during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 96 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0.125 | 0.152 | 0.125 | 0.277 | -880.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | BRO | NL | 30 | 96 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0.125 | -880.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 10 | 0 | 21 | 23 | 4 | 2 |
| 3B | 11 | 0 | 24 | 20 | 7 | 0 |
| SS | 5 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | BRO | 2B | 10 | 0 | 21 | 23 | 4 | 2 |
| 1902 | BRO | 3B | 11 | 0 | 24 | 20 | 7 | 0 |
| 1902 | BRO | SS | 5 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 10 |
| Third Base | 11 |
| Shortstop | 5 |