Ed Wilkinson
Born: 6/20/1890 in Jacksonville, OR, USA
Died: 4/9/1918 in Tucson, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-07-04 | Final Game: 1911-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Edward Henry Wilkinson
Biography
Ed Wilkinson was a professional baseball player born in 1890 who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from July 4, 1911, to September 26, 1911. He primarily played as a position player during a time when baseball was evolving, moving away from the deadball era and entering a period where offensive production began to gain more prominence. Despite the short duration of his career, Wilkinson made his mark by participating in 10 games at the highest level of the sport.
Throughout his time in the major leagues, Wilkinson recorded 3 hits and 1 run batted in, finishing with a batting average of .231. Although he did not hit any home runs and did not steal any bases, his contributions on the field were part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. His career, though limited in games played, reflects the experiences of many players of that era who navigated the competitive landscape of the sport. Wilkinson's time in baseball, albeit fleeting, remains a part of the historical narrative of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.231 | 0.231 | 0.231 | 0.462 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | NYY | AL | 10 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | NYA | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's College of California | Moraga | CA | 1909, 1910, 1911 |