Harry Wolfe
Born: 11/24/1888 in Worcester, MA, USA
Died: 7/28/1971 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-04-15 | Final Game: 1917-07-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Harold Wolfe
Biography
Harry Wolfe, born in 1888, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period during the early 20th century, specifically from April 15, 1917, to July 16, 1917. Primarily recognized as a position player, Wolfe's tenure in Major League Baseball was short-lived, comprising only 12 games. In that limited time, he recorded 2 hits and 1 run batted in (RBI), finishing with a batting average of .200. His efforts on the field did not include any home runs or stolen bases, highlighting the challenges many players faced during this era, where competition was fierce and roster spots were highly coveted.
Wolfe's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, set against the backdrop of World War I and the evolving dynamics of the sport. While his numbers may not reflect the impact of more prominent players of the time, his participation in the major leagues adds to the rich tapestry of baseball's past. Players like Wolfe often struggled to gain recognition in an era dominated by more celebrated athletes, yet their contributions to the game remain an essential part of baseball lore.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.200 | 0.333 | 0.200 | 0.533 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | CHC | NL | 9 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | PIT | NL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1917 | CHN | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1917 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1917 | PIT | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 1 |