Glenn Wilson, baseball player, 1982-1993

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

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

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

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