Walt Irwin, baseball player, 1921-1921

Walt Irwin

Born: 9/23/1897 in Henrietta, PA, USA

Died: 8/18/1976 in Spring Lake, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1921-04-24 | Final Game: 1921-05-12

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Walter Kingsley Irwin

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Biography

Walt Irwin was a professional baseball player born in 1897, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from April 24, 1921, to May 12, 1921. As a position player, Irwin participated in a total of four games during his time in the league. Despite his efforts, he was unable to secure a hit, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0, and he did not record any home runs, runs batted in, or stolen bases. Irwin's time in the major leagues occurred during an era characterized by a transition in baseball, as teams began to shift from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play. His short stint in the MLB is reflective of the challenges many players faced during this period, where competition was fierce and roster spots were limited. While Walt Irwin may not have left a lasting mark on the statistical records, his journey and experiences contribute to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .286 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.740 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1921 STL NL 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Career Games by Position

Position Games