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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 150 | 557 | 69 | 147 | 20 | 5 | 11 | 50 | 3 | 30 | 78 | 0.264 | -550.5 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 162 | 634 | 79 | 175 | 28 | 6 | 18 | 80 | 8 | 41 | 82 | 0.276 | 430.1 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 101 | 383 | 40 | 93 | 19 | 4 | 9 | 48 | 0 | 15 | 54 | 0.243 | -658.5 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 109 | 363 | 21 | 69 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 25 | 49 | 0.190 | -2227.1 |
| 1986 | WSN | NL | 56 | 117 | 12 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 28 | 0.188 | -601.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 49 | 106 | 10 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 23 | 0.217 | -601.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | OF | 149 | 135 | 398 | 14 | 8 | 3 |
| 1983 | TEX | OF | 161 | 160 | 460 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
| 1984 | TEX | OF | 80 | 80 | 175 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | OF | 102 | 93 | 213 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 1986 | MON | OF | 32 | 24 | 48 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | OF | 42 | 21 | 61 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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 |