Joe Wallis

Born: 1/9/1952 in East St. Louis, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1975-09-02 | Final Game: 1979-09-30

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Harold Joseph Wallis

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Biography

Joe Wallis was a professional baseball player born in 1952, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1975 until his retirement in 1979. Over the course of his career, Wallis played in 329 games, showcasing his versatility as a position player. He recorded a total of 216 hits, contributing to a batting average of .244. Known for his power and ability to drive in runs, he hit 16 home runs and accumulated 68 RBIs during his time in the league. Wallis also displayed speed on the bases, stealing 7 bases, which added another dimension to his playing style. Competing in an era characterized by significant changes in baseball, Wallis navigated through the late 1970s, a time when power hitting was becoming increasingly valued. While he may not have been among the most celebrated players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for were notable. Wallis's career reflected the dynamics of a transitional period in baseball, where players were beginning to embrace a more aggressive approach at the plate and on the bases. His legacy is a testament to the many role players who have shaped the game, providing depth and versatility to their respective teams.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
329	886	115	216	36	9	16	68	7	95	174	0.244	0.317	0.359	0.676	-435.2

Career AVG .244 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 6.3% below league average.

Career OBP .317 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .359 vs. league average .383 across their career seasons — 6.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.676 vs. league average 0.709 across their career seasons — near 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
1975	CHC	NL	16	56	9	16	2	2	1	4	2	5	14	0.286	.257 (+11%)	.327 (+5%)	.374 (+19%)	.701 (+13%)	99.7
1976	CHC	NL	121	338	51	86	11	5	5	21	3	33	62	0.254	.255 (avg)	.320 (avg)	.360 (avg)	.681 (avg)	23.1
1977	CHC	NL	56	80	14	20	3	0	2	8	0	16	25	0.250	.264 (-5%)	.329 (+14%)	.401 (-10%)	.730 (+1%)	80.6
1978	CHC	NL	28	55	7	17	2	1	1	6	0	5	13	0.309	.257 (+20%)	.323 (+13%)	.378 (+15%)	.702 (+14%)	131.1
1978	OAK	AL	85	279	28	66	16	1	6	26	1	26	42	0.237	.257 (-8%)	.323 (-7%)	.378 (-3%)	.702 (-5%)	131.1
1979	OAK	AL	23	78	6	11	2	0	1	3	1	10	18	0.141	.265 (-47%)	.329 (-25%)	.397 (-48%)	.727 (-38%)	-475.0