Ed Winceniak
Born: 4/16/1929 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 10/19/2023 in Orland Park, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-04-25 | Final Game: 1957-05-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Edward Joseph Winceniak
Biography
Ed Winceniak was a professional baseball player born in 1929, who played in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1957. During his brief career, he appeared in 32 games primarily as a position player. Winceniak's tenure in the league coincided with a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by the transition from the post-war era to the more modern game that would evolve in the late 1950s and beyond.
Over the course of his career, Winceniak recorded 14 hits and 8 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .209. He also hit 1 home run, showcasing a modest power potential during his time in the majors. While he did not make a significant impact statistically, Winceniak's presence in the game represented the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the mid-20th century. His career, although short-lived, reflects the challenges faced by athletes in an era of evolving competition and the growing popularity of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 67 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.209 | 0.243 | 0.299 | 0.541 | -107.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | CHC | NL | 15 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | CHC | NL | 17 | 50 | 5 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.240 | -107.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 4 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 3B | 8 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| SS | 5 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | CHN | 3B | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | 2B | 3 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | 3B | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| 1957 | CHN | SS | 5 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
| Third Base | 8 |
| Shortstop | 5 |