Larry Wolfe
Born: 3/2/1953 in Melbourne, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-09-16 | Final Game: 1980-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Laurence Marcy Wolfe
Biography
Larry Wolfe was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1980. Born in 1953, Wolfe's career spanned four seasons during which he appeared in 161 games. He recorded a total of 83 hits, contributing 7 home runs and 50 runs batted in, while ending his career with a batting average of .23.
Wolfe's playing style was characterized by his versatility on the field, although he did not register any stolen bases throughout his career. He played during an era when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the traditional styles of the past to a more dynamic and power-driven game. While he may not have achieved Hall of Fame status, Wolfe's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the spirit and determination of many players of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 361 | 43 | 83 | 16 | 1 | 7 | 50 | 0 | 54 | 53 | 0.230 | 0.327 | 0.338 | 0.665 | -36.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | MIN | AL | 8 | 25 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | MIN | AL | 88 | 235 | 25 | 55 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 36 | 27 | 0.234 | -200.4 |
| 1979 | BOS | AL | 47 | 78 | 12 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 17 | 21 | 0.244 | 163.8 |
| 1980 | BOS | AL | 18 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 27 | 10 | 28 | 50 | 3 | 11 |
| 3B | 112 | 77 | 82 | 182 | 12 | 15 |
| C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 9 | 5 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | MIN | 3B | 8 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1978 | MIN | 3B | 81 | 62 | 60 | 143 | 10 | 9 |
| 1978 | MIN | SS | 7 | 5 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
| 1979 | BOS | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | BOS | 2B | 27 | 10 | 28 | 50 | 3 | 11 |
| 1979 | BOS | 3B | 9 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 3 |
| 1979 | BOS | SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | BOS | 3B | 14 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 27 |
| Third Base | 112 |
| Shortstop | 9 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento City College | Sacramento | CA | 1972, 1973 |