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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | MIN | AL | 149 | 534 | 58 | 139 | 21 | 2 | 10 | 69 | 0 | 79 | 63 | 0.260 | 853.0 |
| 1977 | MIN | AL | 144 | 532 | 76 | 139 | 22 | 3 | 10 | 79 | 2 | 68 | 61 | 0.261 | -77.3 |
| 1978 | MIN | AL | 135 | 454 | 36 | 104 | 22 | 1 | 4 | 45 | 1 | 47 | 42 | 0.229 | -1002.7 |
| 1979 | MIN | AL | 149 | 504 | 74 | 136 | 20 | 0 | 7 | 57 | 2 | 74 | 36 | 0.270 | 119.6 |
| 1980 | MIN | AL | 146 | 486 | 61 | 124 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 57 | 3 | 63 | 36 | 0.255 | -367.7 |
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 47 | 150 | 11 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 17 | 9 | 0.247 | -275.0 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 24 | 86 | 9 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 0.209 | -240.8 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 63 | 191 | 27 | 56 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 40 | 21 | 0.293 | -240.8 |
| 1983 | NYY | AL | 94 | 301 | 40 | 89 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 42 | 1 | 52 | 29 | 0.296 | 1086.9 |
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 129 | 442 | 48 | 118 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 45 | 1 | 65 | 35 | 0.267 | 221.4 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 102 | 309 | 27 | 69 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 0 | 64 | 43 | 0.223 | -48.8 |
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 61 | 194 | 19 | 40 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 29 | 0 | 30 | 21 | 0.206 | -278.9 |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 31 | 92 | 4 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 0.207 | -489.9 |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 27 | 55 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.255 | 68.1 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | MIN | C | 137 | 133 | 650 | 78 | 16 | 6 |
| 1977 | MIN | C | 142 | 138 | 676 | 84 | 5 | 8 |
| 1977 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | MIN | C | 131 | 121 | 582 | 70 | 8 | 12 |
| 1978 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | MIN | C | 146 | 139 | 653 | 65 | 6 | 10 |
| 1980 | MIN | C | 142 | 133 | 670 | 72 | 9 | 13 |
| 1981 | MIN | C | 37 | 36 | 162 | 24 | 1 | 4 |
| 1982 | MIN | C | 24 | 23 | 128 | 9 | 2 | 4 |
| 1982 | NYA | C | 62 | 59 | 395 | 17 | 3 | 6 |
| 1983 | NYA | C | 93 | 83 | 480 | 29 | 8 | 4 |
| 1984 | NYA | C | 126 | 117 | 757 | 59 | 6 | 9 |
| 1985 | NYA | C | 96 | 90 | 547 | 34 | 6 | 7 |
| 1986 | NYA | C | 57 | 52 | 325 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | CAL | C | 28 | 25 | 162 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| 1988 | CAL | C | 26 | 15 | 94 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1249 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 28 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | TSN Rookie Player of the Year |
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 |