Glenn Wilson
Born: 12/22/1958 in Baytown, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-04-15 | Final Game: 1993-06-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Glenn Dwight Wilson
Biography
Glenn Wilson, born in 1958, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1982 until 1993. A versatile position player, Wilson made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, appearing in 1,201 games and accumulating 1,098 hits throughout his tenure. Known for his power-hitting ability, he belted 98 home runs and drove in 521 runs, while maintaining a batting average of .265. Additionally, Wilson showcased his speed on the basepaths with 27 stolen bases, demonstrating a well-rounded skill set that contributed to his teams' successes.
Wilson was selected as an All-Star during his career, highlighting his status among the elite players of his era. He played during a transformative time in baseball, navigating the competitive landscape of the late 1980s and early 1990s, a period characterized by a burgeoning emphasis on offensive prowess. His contributions to the game, both at the plate and in the field, solidified his legacy as a respected player of his generation, and his career remains a testament to the dedication and talent required to thrive in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 | 4151 | 451 | 1098 | 209 | 26 | 98 | 521 | 27 | 253 | 672 | 0.265 | 0.306 | 0.398 | 0.704 | -2116.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | DET | AL | 84 | 322 | 39 | 94 | 15 | 1 | 12 | 34 | 2 | 15 | 51 | 0.292 | 441.5 |
| 1983 | DET | AL | 144 | 503 | 55 | 135 | 25 | 6 | 11 | 65 | 1 | 25 | 79 | 0.268 | -149.8 |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 132 | 341 | 28 | 82 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 31 | 7 | 17 | 56 | 0.240 | -681.3 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 161 | 608 | 73 | 167 | 39 | 5 | 14 | 102 | 7 | 35 | 117 | 0.275 | 119.0 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 155 | 584 | 70 | 158 | 30 | 4 | 15 | 84 | 5 | 42 | 91 | 0.271 | 28.9 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 154 | 569 | 55 | 150 | 21 | 2 | 14 | 54 | 3 | 38 | 82 | 0.264 | -992.5 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 37 | 126 | 11 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.270 | -125.4 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 78 | 284 | 28 | 71 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 52 | 0.250 | -125.4 |
| 1989 | HOU | NL | 28 | 102 | 8 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.216 | -296.5 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 100 | 330 | 42 | 93 | 20 | 4 | 9 | 49 | 1 | 32 | 39 | 0.282 | -296.5 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 118 | 368 | 42 | 90 | 14 | 0 | 10 | 55 | 0 | 26 | 64 | 0.245 | -579.1 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 10 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 2 | 38 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 4 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 1131 | 1041 | 2225 | 109 | 55 | 23 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | DET | OF | 80 | 76 | 215 | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| 1983 | DET | OF | 143 | 127 | 225 | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| 1984 | PHI | 3B | 4 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | PHI | OF | 109 | 78 | 147 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 1985 | PHI | OF | 158 | 154 | 343 | 18 | 12 | 4 |
| 1986 | PHI | OF | 154 | 150 | 331 | 20 | 4 | 5 |
| 1987 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | PHI | OF | 154 | 148 | 315 | 18 | 11 | 2 |
| 1988 | PIT | OF | 35 | 32 | 66 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | SEA | OF | 75 | 73 | 140 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1989 | HOU | OF | 25 | 25 | 50 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 1989 | PIT | 1B | 10 | 2 | 36 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | PIT | OF | 85 | 81 | 163 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 1990 | HOU | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | HOU | OF | 108 | 95 | 225 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 1993 | PIT | OF | 5 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 118 |
| Center Field | 91 |
| Right Field | 940 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | NL | $750,000 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | $750,000 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | $850,000 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | $662,400 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $487,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,499,900 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville | TX | 1978, 1979, 1980 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 23th | 1.0 | 336 | 0 |