Ken Wright
Born: 9/4/1946 in Pensacola, FL, USA
Died: 1/21/2017 in Pensacola, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-04-10 | Final Game: 1974-04-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Warren Wright
Biography
Ken Wright was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1974. Born in 1946, he made his debut during an era characterized by a shift in pitching styles and the gradual emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, Wright compiled a record of 11-15, finishing with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.54. He struck out 181 batters and recorded 8 saves, showcasing his ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Wright's playing style was marked by a competitive spirit and a dedication to his craft, attributes that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. Though he did not achieve superstar status, he contributed to his teams with solid performances and played a vital role in the bullpen during his tenure. His career, which spanned the early 1970s, coincided with significant changes in baseball, including the rise of more specialized pitching roles, which would shape the future of the game. Wright remains a notable figure in the history of baseball, remembered for his contributions during a transformative period in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 15 | 113 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 236.0 | 195 | 119 | 14 | 180 | 181 | 4.54 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | KCR | AL | 1 | 2 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 53.3 | 49 | 31 | 29 | 30 | 5.23 | - |
| 1971 | KCR | AL | 3 | 6 | 21 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 78.0 | 66 | 32 | 47 | 56 | 3.69 | - |
| 1972 | KCR | AL | 1 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 18.3 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 4.91 | - |
| 1973 | KCR | AL | 6 | 5 | 25 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 80.7 | 60 | 44 | 82 | 75 | 4.91 | - |
| 1974 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 3.18 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113 | 28 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.071 | 0.103 | 0.071 | 0.175 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | KCR | AL | 47 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | KCR | AL | 21 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | KCR | AL | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | KCR | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | NYY | AL | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 113 | 24 | 6 | 33 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | KCA | P | 47 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | KCA | P | 21 | 12 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 2 |
| 1972 | KCA | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | KCA | P | 25 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1974 | NYA | P | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 113 |