Pete Wojey
Born: 12/1/1919 in Stowe, PA, USA
Died: 4/23/1990 in Mobile, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-07-02 | Final Game: 1957-04-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Peter Paul Wojey
Biography
Pete Wojey, born in 1919, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from July 2, 1954, to April 25, 1957. Known for his competitive spirit and strategic pitching style, Wojey made a mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offensive era. Throughout his brief but impactful career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-1 and finished with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.0, demonstrating his ability to effectively manage opposing hitters.
Wojey's career statistics also included 22 strikeouts and 1 save, which highlighted his capability as a reliable reliever in critical situations. Though his time in the majors was relatively short, Wojey contributed to the teams he played for with his solid pitching performance, showcasing the skills that helped him navigate the competitive landscape of baseball during the mid-1950s. His contributions to the game, albeit not extensively documented, reflect the dedication and talent of a player who participated in a pivotal period in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 33.0 | 27 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 22 | 3.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | NL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 27.7 | 24 | 10 | 14 | 21 | 3.25 | -88.6 |
| 1956 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2.25 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | NL | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | DET | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | DET | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 18 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | P | 14 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | DET | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | DET | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 18 |