Walt Kuhn

Born: 2/2/1887 in Fresno, CA, USA

Died: 6/14/1935 in Fresno, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-04-18 | Final Game: 1914-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 162 lbs

Full name: Charles Walter Kuhn

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Biography

Walt Kuhn was a professional baseball player born in 1887 who played in the early 20th century, a time when the game was characterized by its evolving strategies and the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. His career spanned from 1912 to 1914, during which he appeared in 119 games as a position player. Kuhn compiled a batting average of .205, with a total of 55 hits. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 15 RBIs and showcased his speed on the bases with 8 stolen bases, reflecting the emphasis on agility and base running that was prevalent during his time. Despite his modest statistical output, Kuhn's role in the game exemplified the hard-nosed, gritty style of play that defined the era. He was part of a generation of players who laid the groundwork for future developments in baseball, as the sport began to embrace more dynamic play styles. Kuhn's career, though brief, was part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball, a period marked by significant changes in the game and the emergence of iconic figures who would shape the future of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
119	268	25	55	9	0	0	15	8	41	41	0.205	0.313	0.239	0.552	-853.8

Career AVG .205 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 21.2% below league average.

Career OBP .313 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .239 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — 31.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.552 vs. league average 0.674 across their career seasons — 18.1% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1912	CHW	AL	76	178	16	36	7	10	5	20	22	0.202	.268 (-25%)	.335 (-15%)	.358 (-33%)	.694 (-24%)	-727.2
1913	CHW	AL	26	50	5	8	1	5	1	13	8	0.160	.259 (-38%)	.325 (+2%)	.345 (-48%)	.670 (-23%)	-126.6
1914	CHW	AL	17	40	4	11	1	0	2	8	11	0.275	—	—	—	—	0.0