Wes Schulmerich

Born: 8/21/1901 in Hillsboro, OR, USA

Died: 6/26/1985 in Corvallis, OR, USA

MLB Debut: 1931-05-01 | Final Game: 1934-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Edward Wesley Schulmerich

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Biography

Wes Schulmerich was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues from 1931 to 1934. Born in 1901, he played primarily as a position player and was known for his solid batting skills and versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, Schulmerich appeared in 429 games, where he accumulated 417 hits and maintained a commendable batting average of .289. His offensive contributions included 27 home runs and 192 RBIs, highlighting his ability to drive in runs and provide power in the lineup. Schulmerich's playing career unfolded during an era characterized by a transition in baseball styles, moving away from the deadball era towards a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his consistent performance and reliable presence in the lineup contributed to the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impact on those franchises. With a total of 7 stolen bases, he also demonstrated a degree of speed that added a dynamic element to his offensive game. His contributions to the sport have been recognized by baseball historians, ensuring that his legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
16.0	12.0	1.0	4.0	0	0	0	1.0	3.0	0	1.0	0.333	0.500	0.333	0.833

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Season	PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
1930	16.0	12.0	1.0	4.0	0	0	0	1.0	3.0	0	1.0	0.333	0.500	0.333	0.833

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
429	1442	169	417	73	20	27	192	7	118	197	0.289	0.347	0.424	0.771	1812.5

Career AVG .289 vs. league average .275 across their career seasons — +5.2% above league average.

Career OBP .347 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .424 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — +9.3% above league average.

Career OPS 0.771 vs. league average 0.724 across their career seasons — +6.5% above 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
1931	BSN	NL	95	327	36	101	17	7	2	43	0	28	30	0.309	.276 (+12%)	.338 (+7%)	.388 (+9%)	.726 (+8%)	482.7
1932	BSN	NL	119	404	47	105	22	5	11	57	5	27	61	0.260	.275 (-6%)	.335 (-6%)	.391 (+8%)	.726 (+1%)	7.0
1933	BSN	NL	29	85	10	21	6	1	1	13	0	5	10	0.247	.270 (-9%)	.329 (-12%)	.377 (avg)	.707 (-6%)	-107.7
1933	PHI	NL	97	365	53	122	19	4	8	59	1	32	45	0.334	.270 (+24%)	.329 (+19%)	.377 (+26%)	.707 (+23%)	-107.7
1934	PHI	NL	15	52	2	13	1	0	0	1	0	4	8	0.250	.278 (-10%)	.340 (-7%)	.392 (-31%)	.733 (-20%)	-158.9
1934	CIN	NL	74	209	21	55	8	3	5	19	1	22	43	0.263	.278 (-5%)	.340 (-2%)	.392 (+2%)	.733 (avg)	-158.9