Butch Wynegar, baseball player, 1976-1988

Butch Wynegar

Born: 3/14/1956 in York, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1976-04-09 | Final Game: 1988-05-24

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Harold Delano Wynegar

Biography

Butch Wynegar was a professional baseball player born in 1956, whose career spanned from 1976 to 1988. He played primarily as a position player, showcasing his skills in the Major Leagues for over a decade. Wynegar participated in 1,301 games and accumulated 1,102 hits, resulting in a career batting average of .255. Known for his versatility on the field, he recorded 65 home runs and drove in 506 runs throughout his time in the league. Additionally, Wynegar demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 10 stolen bases. Wynegar's contributions to the game were recognized early on when he was honored with the TSN Rookie Player of the Year award, establishing him as a promising talent in the league. His performance earned him two selections to the All-Star Game, highlighting his status as one of the noteworthy players of his era. Playing during a transformative time in baseball, Wynegar's career unfolded amidst changes in the game dynamics, including the rise of power hitting and advanced statistical analysis. His legacy is marked by his consistent performance and contributions to the teams he played for, making him a respected figure in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1301 4330 498 1102 176 15 65 506 10 626 428 0.255 0.348 0.347 0.695 201.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 2 0 0 0 0 0
C 1247 1164 6281 583 75 88

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 1249
Third Base 2
Designated Hitter 28

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1988 CAL AL $733,333
1987 CAL AL $733,333
1986 NYA AL $733,333
1985 NYA AL $550,000
Total Career Earnings $2,749,999

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1976 Most Valuable Player AL 28th 1.0 336 0
1976 Rookie of the Year AL 2nd 2.0 24 2