Ken Wood

Ken Wood was a professional baseball player born in 1924, whose career spanned from 1948 to 1953. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 342 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Wood made his mark in an era characterized by the transition from the post-World War II boom in baseball to the more competitive landscape of the early 1950s. As a right-handed hitter, he accumulated 223 hits, including 34 home runs and 143 runs batted in, while maintaining a career batting average of .224. Though he was not known for speed on the basepaths, evidenced by just one stolen base throughout his career, Wood contributed significantly to his teams with his power-hitting ability. His performance in the league reflected the challenges of the time, as players faced rigorous competition and the ongoing evolution of the game. Ken Wood's tenure in the majors, although brief, highlighted the persistence and dedication of players striving to make their mark in the sport during a pivotal era in baseball history. He retired from professional play on May 23, 1953, leaving behind a legacy as a player who navigated the complexities of the game in the early 1950s.