Ceylon Wright
Born: 8/16/1893 in Minneapolis, MN, USA
Died: 11/7/1947 in Hines, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1916-06-30 | Final Game: 1916-07-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 150 lbs
Biography
Ceylon Wright, born in 1893, had a brief professional baseball career that spanned from June 30, 1916, to July 8, 1916. As a position player, Wright's time in the major leagues was limited to just eight games, where he faced the challenges of the era, marked by fierce competition and evolving playing styles. Unfortunately, he did not record any hits, runs batted in, or home runs during his tenure, finishing with a batting average of 0.0.
Wright's short stint in the majors reflects the struggles many players faced during the early 20th century, a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. Despite his limited impact on the field, Ceylon Wright remains a part of baseball history, representing the numerous athletes who aspired to make their mark in a sport that was rapidly changing. His career, though not statistically significant, exemplifies the dedication and passion that countless players brought to the game during this transformative period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.053 | 0.000 | 0.053 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | CHW | AL | 8 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 8 | 0 | 8 | 19 | 5 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | CHA | SS | 8 | 0 | 8 | 19 | 5 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 8 |