Ab Wright
Born: 11/16/1906 in Terlton, OK, USA
Died: 5/23/1995 in Muskogee, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-20 | Final Game: 1944-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Albert Owen Wright
Biography
Ab Wright was a professional baseball player born in 1906, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1935 until 1944. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 138 games, showcasing his skills at the plate with a total of 88 hits. Wright recorded 9 home runs and drove in 53 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .248. Known for his versatility and tenacity, he also contributed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases, demonstrating a well-rounded ability to impact games offensively.
Wright's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the Great Depression and the onset of World War II, which affected player rosters and game attendance. Although he may not have reached the statistical heights of some contemporaries, Wright's contributions to his teams were significant in a time when the sport was evolving both on and off the field. His legacy as a determined player who persevered through challenging times remains a part of baseball's rich history. Wright's career, while not extensively documented in the annals of fame, reflects the dedication and spirit of many athletes of his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 138 | 355 | 37 | 88 | 20 | 1 | 9 | 53 | 2 | 28 | 48 | 0.248 | 0.310 | 0.386 | 0.696 | -141.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | CLE | AL | 67 | 160 | 17 | 38 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 17 | 0.237 | -389.9 |
| 1944 | BSN | NL | 71 | 195 | 20 | 50 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 35 | 0 | 18 | 31 | 0.256 | 248.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 94 | 0 | 144 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | CLE | OF | 47 | 0 | 56 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1944 | BSN | OF | 47 | 0 | 88 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 42 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 49 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma State University | Stillwater | OK | 1927, 1928 |