Ricky Wright
Born: 11/22/1958 in Paris, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-07-28 | Final Game: 1986-08-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: James Richard Wright
Biography
Ricky Wright, born in 1958, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1982 to 1986. He made his mark during a competitive era in Major League Baseball that was characterized by an evolving approach to pitching and hitting. Over his four seasons in the league, Wright compiled a record of 3-3, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.3. He recorded a total of 67 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves during his tenure.
Wright played as a pitcher during a time when the game was increasingly emphasizing power hitting, yet his skill set allowed him to contribute effectively on the mound. While he may not have reached the heights of stardom, his presence in the bullpen and ability to take the mound in various situations highlighted the depth of talent in the league during the mid-1980s. His career, though relatively brief, reflects the challenges and competitiveness faced by pitchers in a rapidly changing baseball landscape.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 55 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 102.7 | 102 | 49 | 5 | 60 | 67 | 4.30 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAD | NL | 2 | 1 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.7 | 28 | 11 | 20 | 24 | 3.03 | - |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2.84 | - |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 20 | 10 | 11 | 6 | 6.14 | -1121.0 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 4.70 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 1 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 44 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 5.03 | 434.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAD | NL | 14 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 23 | 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 | 55 | 7 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAN | P | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | TEX | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | TEX | P | 8 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | P | 21 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 55 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $70,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $70,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |