Dick Wright
Born: 5/5/1889 in Worcester, NY, USA
Died: 1/24/1952 in Bethlehem, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-06-30 | Final Game: 1915-07-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Willard James Wright
Biography
Dick Wright, born in 1889, played a brief yet notable role in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His career spanned from June 30 to July 9, 1915, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively charged style of play. As a position player, Wright appeared in only four games, a testament to the fierce competition of the time and the challenges young players faced in securing a permanent spot on a big league roster.
Despite his limited participation, Wright’s time in the league is a reflection of the myriad stories that compose the tapestry of baseball history. He finished his career with a batting average of 0.0, failing to record a hit or any offensive contributions, which highlights the difficulties many players encountered in making an impact during such a competitive era. While Wright's major league career was brief and statistically modest, it serves as a reminder of the countless players who donned a major league uniform, each contributing to the rich tradition and evolution of America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | BRF | FL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | BRF | C | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette College | Easton | PA | 1912, 1914, 1915 |
| Lehigh University | Bethlehem | PA | 1913 |