Owen Wilson
Born: 8/21/1883 in Austin, TX, USA
Died: 2/22/1954 in Bertram, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1908-04-15 | Final Game: 1916-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: John Owen Wilson
Biography
Owen Wilson was a prominent American baseball player who enjoyed a successful career as a position player from 1908 to 1916. Born in 1883, Wilson was known for his solid hitting and versatility on the field, playing primarily as an outfielder. Over the course of his career, he participated in 1,280 games, where he amassed 1,246 hits and achieved a batting average of .269. He contributed significantly to his teams with 59 home runs and 571 runs batted in, alongside 98 stolen bases, showcasing both his power and speed.
Wilson played during an era that was characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented style of play. His ability to adapt to these changes contributed to his success and made him a valued player on the teams he represented. Wilson's career spanned the years leading up to World War I, a time when baseball began to gain immense popularity in American culture. His contributions to the game during this vibrant period remain a testament to his skill and dedication on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1280 | 4624 | 520 | 1246 | 157 | 114 | 59 | 571 | 98 | 241 | 539 | 0.269 | 0.311 | 0.391 | 0.702 | 4385.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | NL | 144 | 529 | 47 | 120 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 43 | 12 | 22 | 66 | 0.227 | -989.0 |
| 1909 | PIT | NL | 154 | 569 | 64 | 155 | 22 | 12 | 4 | 59 | 17 | 19 | 66 | 0.272 | 686.0 |
| 1910 | PIT | NL | 146 | 536 | 59 | 148 | 14 | 13 | 4 | 50 | 8 | 21 | 68 | 0.276 | 405.5 |
| 1911 | PIT | NL | 148 | 544 | 72 | 163 | 34 | 12 | 12 | 107 | 10 | 41 | 55 | 0.300 | 1827.6 |
| 1912 | PIT | NL | 152 | 583 | 80 | 175 | 19 | 36 | 11 | 95 | 16 | 35 | 67 | 0.300 | 2147.8 |
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 155 | 580 | 71 | 154 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 73 | 9 | 32 | 62 | 0.266 | 164.4 |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 154 | 580 | 64 | 150 | 27 | 12 | 9 | 73 | 14 | 32 | 66 | 0.259 | 328.4 |
| 1915 | STL | NL | 107 | 348 | 33 | 96 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 39 | 8 | 19 | 43 | 0.276 | 323.5 |
| 1916 | STL | NL | 120 | 355 | 30 | 85 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 20 | 46 | 0.239 | -508.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 26 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.154 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | WS | PIT | 7 | 26 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.154 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1269 | 443 | 2430 | 181 | 85 | 48 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | OF | 144 | 144 | 258 | 20 | 13 | 3 |
| 1909 | PIT | OF | 154 | 154 | 292 | 19 | 14 | 7 |
| 1910 | PIT | OF | 146 | 145 | 255 | 23 | 8 | 3 |
| 1911 | PIT | OF | 146 | 0 | 273 | 20 | 7 | 10 |
| 1912 | PIT | OF | 152 | 0 | 324 | 20 | 14 | 5 |
| 1913 | PIT | OF | 155 | 0 | 301 | 14 | 10 | 3 |
| 1914 | SLN | OF | 154 | 0 | 312 | 34 | 6 | 11 |
| 1915 | SLN | OF | 105 | 0 | 234 | 20 | 4 | 3 |
| 1916 | SLN | OF | 113 | 0 | 181 | 11 | 9 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 5 |
| Center Field | 276 |
| Right Field | 1005 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | OF |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 8th | 13.0 | 64 | 0 |