Curt Wilkerson
Born: 4/26/1961 in Petersburg, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-09-10 | Final Game: 1993-05-16
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 158 lbs
Full name: Curtis Vernon Wilkerson
Biography
Curt Wilkerson was a versatile position player who had a notable career in Major League Baseball from 1983 to 1993. Born in 1961, Wilkerson played in a total of 972 games, primarily as an outfielder and infielder, showcasing his adaptability on the field. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 600 hits, contributing to a batting average of .245. Though he was not known for his power, hitting 8 home runs, he demonstrated speed and agility with 81 stolen bases, which reflected his ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
Wilkerson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the evolution of player roles and strategies. As teams began to place greater emphasis on speed and versatility, Wilkerson found his niche, providing valuable contributions to his teams through consistent defense and base running. With 179 RBIs, he played a supportive role in the lineup, often setting the stage for offensive opportunities. His dedication to the game and ability to adapt to various positions made him a valuable asset to the rosters he was part of, leaving a lasting impression in the league during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 972 | 2452 | 272 | 600 | 78 | 23 | 8 | 179 | 81 | 138 | 403 | 0.245 | 0.286 | 0.305 | 0.591 | -7284.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 16 | 35 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 153 | 484 | 47 | 120 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 12 | 22 | 72 | 0.248 | -1960.7 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 129 | 360 | 35 | 88 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 22 | 14 | 22 | 63 | 0.244 | -1130.9 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 110 | 236 | 27 | 56 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 42 | 0.237 | -931.2 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 85 | 138 | 28 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 16 | 0.268 | -185.3 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 117 | 338 | 41 | 99 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 28 | 9 | 26 | 43 | 0.293 | 107.5 |
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 77 | 160 | 18 | 39 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 33 | 0.244 | -446.3 |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 77 | 186 | 21 | 41 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 7 | 36 | 0.220 | -959.0 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 85 | 191 | 20 | 36 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 2 | 15 | 40 | 0.188 | -981.2 |
| 1992 | KCR | AL | 111 | 296 | 27 | 74 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 29 | 18 | 18 | 47 | 0.250 | -797.8 |
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 12 | 28 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NLCS | PIT | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 1989 | NLCS | CHN | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 351 | 262 | 549 | 848 | 32 | 187 |
| 3B | 128 | 68 | 68 | 150 | 23 | 12 |
| OF | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 444 | 315 | 503 | 938 | 65 | 176 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | TEX | 2B | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1983 | TEX | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | TEX | SS | 9 | 7 | 11 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
| 1984 | TEX | 2B | 47 | 42 | 76 | 106 | 4 | 23 |
| 1984 | TEX | SS | 116 | 102 | 151 | 285 | 26 | 50 |
| 1985 | TEX | 2B | 19 | 18 | 40 | 54 | 3 | 15 |
| 1985 | TEX | SS | 110 | 93 | 125 | 274 | 18 | 50 |
| 1986 | TEX | 2B | 60 | 35 | 66 | 114 | 6 | 30 |
| 1986 | TEX | SS | 56 | 28 | 59 | 85 | 7 | 26 |
| 1987 | TEX | 2B | 28 | 15 | 31 | 46 | 0 | 9 |
| 1987 | TEX | 3B | 18 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | TEX | SS | 33 | 15 | 41 | 47 | 5 | 8 |
| 1988 | TEX | 2B | 87 | 77 | 153 | 240 | 12 | 52 |
| 1988 | TEX | 3B | 11 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | SS | 24 | 14 | 29 | 46 | 2 | 6 |
| 1989 | CHN | 2B | 15 | 8 | 26 | 50 | 1 | 7 |
| 1989 | CHN | 3B | 26 | 16 | 14 | 38 | 7 | 2 |
| 1989 | CHN | SS | 7 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | CHN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | 2B | 14 | 7 | 24 | 29 | 3 | 3 |
| 1990 | CHN | 3B | 52 | 35 | 25 | 62 | 11 | 4 |
| 1990 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | 2B | 30 | 23 | 50 | 80 | 1 | 15 |
| 1991 | PIT | 3B | 14 | 8 | 14 | 24 | 1 | 4 |
| 1991 | PIT | SS | 15 | 6 | 9 | 20 | 0 | 5 |
| 1992 | KCA | 2B | 39 | 31 | 71 | 107 | 2 | 28 |
| 1992 | KCA | 3B | 5 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | KCA | SS | 69 | 46 | 73 | 142 | 7 | 27 |
| 1993 | KCA | 2B | 10 | 4 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 3 |
| 1993 | KCA | SS | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 352 |
| Third Base | 129 |
| Shortstop | 442 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | KCA | AL | $400,000 |
| 1992 | KCA | AL | $400,000 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | $450,000 |
| 1990 | CHN | NL | $400,000 |
| 1989 | CHN | NL | $500,000 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | $252,500 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $165,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,567,500 | ||