Pete Wood

Pete Wood was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern game. Born in 1867, Wood's career spanned from July 15, 1885, to September 7, 1889. Over the course of his four seasons in Major League Baseball, he compiled a record of 9 wins and 16 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.51. Demonstrating his skills on the mound, he struck out 46 batters, although he did not record any saves during his career. Wood's playing style reflected the challenges of his era, where pitching techniques were still evolving, and hitters were beginning to adapt to the changing dynamics of the game. Despite a modest win-loss record, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant in the context of the late 1800s, a period that laid the foundation for the modern game. After his retirement in 1889, Wood's legacy as a pitcher remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a formative time for the sport.