Steven Wright, baseball player, 2013-2019

Steven Wright

Born: 8/30/1984 in Torrance, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-04-23 | Final Game: 2019-07-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Steven Richard Wright

Biography

Steven Wright was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2019. Born in 1984, he made a name for himself with a unique knuckleball pitching style, which set him apart in an era increasingly dominated by power pitchers. Over his career, Wright recorded a win-loss record of 24-16 and maintained a solid earned run average (ERA) of 3.86. His ability to baffle hitters with the unpredictable movement of his knuckleball earned him a total of 271 strikeouts and one save, showcasing both his versatility and effectiveness on the mound. In 2016, Wright's standout performance earned him a selection to the All-Star Game, highlighting his ascent in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. His contributions were particularly significant during a time when many teams sought innovative pitching strategies, and his success with the knuckleball served as a reminder of the art and craft of pitching in the game. Wright's career, though relatively brief, left an indelible mark and provided a glimpse into the enduring appeal of traditional pitching techniques amidst the evolution of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
24 16 81 44 4 1 1 347.7 330 149 43 132 271 3.86 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
82 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 81 44 17 55 5 7

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 81

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 BOS AL $514,500
2015 BOS AL $510,500
2014 BOS AL $502,000
Total Career Earnings $1,527,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu HI 2004, 2005, 2006