Rasty Wright
Born: 1/31/1863 in Birmingham, MI, USA
Died: 10/14/1922 in Duluth, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1890-04-17 | Final Game: 1890-10-04
Bats: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William Smith Wright
Biography
Rasty Wright was a prominent position player in the late 19th century, making his mark in Major League Baseball during the early days of the sport. Born in 1863, he played from the beginning of the 1890 season until October 4, 1890, showcasing his skills over the course of 101 games. Wright finished his brief career with a commendable batting average of .282, accumulating 111 hits, 29 RBIs, and a notable 33 stolen bases, reflecting the speed and agility that characterized his playing style.
Wright's tenure coincided with a transformative era in baseball, as the game was evolving into a more organized and commercially viable sport. Despite not hitting any home runs, his ability to get on base and contribute to his team's offensive efforts was significant during a time when the game was largely defined by contact hitting and base running. Rasty Wright's contributions, though limited in duration, exemplified the spirit and competitiveness of the nascent professional baseball landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | 393 | 89 | 111 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 29 | 33 | 81 | 4 | 0.282 | 0.412 | 0.341 | 0.753 | 1153.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | CL4 | NL | 13 | 45 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 0.111 | -227.7 |
| 1890 | SR2 | AA | 88 | 348 | 82 | 106 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 27 | 30 | 69 | 0 | 0.305 | -227.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 101 | 0 | 191 | 17 | 21 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | CL4 | OF | 13 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1890 | SR2 | OF | 88 | 0 | 170 | 16 | 19 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 70 |
| Right Field | 31 |