Walter Wilson
Born: 11/24/1913 in Glenn, GA, USA
Died: 4/17/1994 in Bremen, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-04-17 | Final Game: 1945-09-10
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Walter Wood Wilson
Biography
Walter Wilson, born in 1913, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief stint in Major League Baseball during the 1945 season. Wilson played for the team from April 17 to September 10, 1945, contributing to a transitional period in the sport as it emerged from World War II. He finished his career with a record of 1-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.61, showcasing his potential amidst the challenges faced by players during that era.
Throughout his time on the mound, Wilson demonstrated a competitive spirit, racking up a total of 28 strikeouts. Although he did not register any saves, his role as a pitcher during a time when the league was experiencing a mix of veteran presence and new talent added to the evolving landscape of baseball. Wilson's career, while short, reflected the resilience and determination of athletes who played during a unique and significant chapter in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 70.3 | 76 | 36 | 4 | 35 | 28 | 4.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | DET | AL | 1 | 3 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 70.3 | 76 | 36 | 35 | 28 | 4.61 | -929.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.053 | 0.053 | 0.053 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | DET | AL | 25 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.053 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 25 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | DET | P | 25 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 25 |