Craig Wilson
Born: 11/28/1964 in Annapolis, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-09-06 | Final Game: 1993-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Craig Wilson was a professional baseball player born in 1964 who played as a position player from 1989 to 1993. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 203 games, where he compiled a total of 91 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 37 runs. Wilson finished his career with a batting average of .251 and recorded 2 stolen bases. His contributions, while not monumental in terms of statistics, reflected the role players of his era who provided depth and versatility to their teams.
Wilson played during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, marked by the rising influence of power hitters and the increasing importance of specialized roles. While he may not have been a star player, his ability to adapt and perform in various capacities on the field showcased the depth of talent in the game during the early 1990s. His career, spanning four seasons, allowed him to experience the competitive atmosphere of the league and contribute to the teams he played for before retiring on September 29, 1993.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 | 362 | 31 | 91 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 2 | 32 | 50 | 0.251 | 0.308 | 0.290 | 0.598 | -946.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | STL | NL | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | STL | NL | 55 | 121 | 13 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0.248 | -452.0 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 60 | 82 | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0.171 | -600.5 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 61 | 106 | 6 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 0.311 | 116.4 |
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 21 | 49 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 0.265 | -10.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2B | 24 | 9 | 20 | 37 | 3 | 10 |
| 3B | 60 | 39 | 38 | 73 | 5 | 10 |
| OF | 22 | 12 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | SLN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | 2B | 9 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 3 |
| 1990 | SLN | 3B | 13 | 10 | 13 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 1990 | SLN | OF | 13 | 11 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | SLN | 1B | 4 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | SLN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | SLN | 3B | 12 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| 1991 | SLN | OF | 5 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | 2B | 11 | 6 | 14 | 24 | 2 | 6 |
| 1992 | SLN | 3B | 18 | 14 | 9 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| 1992 | SLN | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | KCA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | KCA | 3B | 15 | 11 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 4 |
| 1993 | KCA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Second Base | 24 |
| Third Base | 60 |
| Left Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | KCA | AL | $240,000 |
| 1992 | SLN | NL | $135,000 |
| 1991 | SLN | NL | $130,000 |
| 1990 | SLN | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $605,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Arundel Community College | Arnold | MD | 1984, 1994 |