George Wright, baseball player, 1982-1986

George Wright

Born: 12/22/1958 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA

MLB Debut: 1982-04-10 | Final Game: 1986-10-05

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: George DeWitt Wright

Biography

George Wright was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1982 until his retirement in 1986. Throughout his career, he appeared in 627 games, accumulating a total of 529 hits. Known for his power at the plate, Wright hit 42 home runs and drove in 208 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .245. In addition to his offensive contributions, he showcased his speed on the bases, recording 19 stolen bases. Wright's time in the league coincided with a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitters and a shift toward more aggressive offensive strategies. His contributions to his teams during this era were significant, as he demonstrated a blend of power and speed that made him a valuable asset on the field. Though he may not have achieved the notoriety of some of his contemporaries, Wright's solid performance and consistency in the game left a lasting impact on his respective teams and fans alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
627 2160 231 529 88 18 42 208 19 126 314 0.245 0.288 0.361 0.648 -4017.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 566 513 1355 35 22 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 21
Center Field 441
Right Field 117
Designated Hitter 22

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1983 Player of the Week Week of 1983-06-17

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1985 TEX AL $400,000
Total Career Earnings $400,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1983 Most Valuable Player AL 24th 1.0 392 0