Al Wingo
Born: 5/6/1898 in Norcross, GA, USA
Died: 10/9/1964 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1919-09-09 | Final Game: 1928-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Absalom Holbrook Wingo
Biography
Al Wingo, born in 1898, was a talented position player whose career spanned from 1919 to 1928. Over the course of 493 games, Wingo established himself as a formidable hitter, accumulating 409 hits and achieving a remarkable batting average of .308. His offensive contributions included 9 home runs and 191 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and support his team's scoring efforts. Additionally, Wingo demonstrated speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 23 bases throughout his career.
Playing during a transformative era in baseball, Wingo's career unfolded in the years following World War I, a time when the sport began to gain widespread popularity in America. He brought an engaging playing style to the field, characterized by his combination of hitting prowess and base running agility. Though he may not be as widely remembered as some of his contemporaries, Wingo's contributions to the game were significant, reflecting the evolving dynamics of baseball in the early 20th century. His legacy is preserved in the annals of baseball history, where he remains a notable figure for his impressive batting skills and overall impact on the game during his playing years.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.0 | 31.0 | 3.0 | 6.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.194 | 0.194 | 0.387 | 0.581 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 23.0 | 23.0 | 3.0 | 6.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.261 | 0.261 | 0.522 | 0.783 |
| 1930 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 493 | 1326 | 224 | 409 | 87 | 19 | 9 | 191 | 23 | 211 | 119 | 0.308 | 0.404 | 0.423 | 0.827 | 3626.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | PHA | AL | 15 | 59 | 9 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0.305 | 119.4 |
| 1924 | DET | AL | 78 | 150 | 21 | 43 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 26 | 2 | 21 | 13 | 0.287 | 199.6 |
| 1925 | DET | AL | 130 | 440 | 104 | 163 | 34 | 10 | 5 | 68 | 14 | 69 | 31 | 0.370 | 2854.2 |
| 1926 | DET | AL | 108 | 298 | 45 | 84 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 45 | 4 | 52 | 32 | 0.282 | 297.9 |
| 1927 | DET | AL | 75 | 137 | 15 | 32 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 25 | 14 | 0.234 | -164.3 |
| 1928 | DET | AL | 87 | 242 | 30 | 69 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 40 | 17 | 0.285 | 319.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 359 | 0 | 704 | 44 | 44 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | PHA | OF | 15 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 1924 | DET | OF | 43 | 0 | 59 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| 1925 | DET | OF | 122 | 0 | 282 | 16 | 9 | 6 |
| 1926 | DET | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1926 | DET | OF | 74 | 0 | 155 | 13 | 14 | 2 |
| 1927 | DET | OF | 34 | 0 | 43 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| 1928 | DET | OF | 71 | 0 | 144 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 271 |
| Center Field | 41 |
| Right Field | 51 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 12th | 7.0 | 64 | 0 |