Harry Wolter, baseball player, 1907-1917

Harry Wolter

Born: 7/11/1884 in Monterey, CA, USA

Died: 7/6/1970 in Palo Alto, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1907-05-14 | Final Game: 1917-09-23

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Harry Meiggs Wolter

Biography

Harry Wolter, born in 1884, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from May 14, 1907, to September 23, 1917. He played during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the transition from the deadball era to the lively ball era, which significantly influenced pitching strategies and offensive outputs in the game. Over the course of his career, Wolter accumulated a record of 4-6 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.75, showcasing his ability to compete at a respectable level in a challenging pitching landscape. Wolter recorded a total of 29 strikeouts throughout his tenure, reflecting his capacity to miss bats and contribute to his team's defensive efforts. Although he did not register any saves, his role as a pitcher was vital during an era when the game was heavily reliant on starting pitchers. His contributions on the mound helped shape the competitive nature of early 20th-century baseball, as teams adapted their strategies to accommodate the evolving dynamics of the sport. Wolter's career remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to succeed in the evolving world of professional baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 6 15 9 1 0 0 84.0 96 35 1 50 29 3.75 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
588 1907 286 514 69 42 12 167 95 268 187 0.270 0.365 0.369 0.733 4537.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 22 17 207 15 7 6
OF 491 148 783 65 53 18
P 15 9 4 16 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 15
First Base 25
Left Field 40
Center Field 129
Right Field 325

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Santa Clara University Santa Clara CA 1905, 1906