Jack Wanner

Born: 11/29/1885 in Geneseo, IL, USA

Died: 5/28/1919 in Geneseo, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1909-09-28 | Final Game: 1909-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Clarence Curtis Wanner

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Biography

Jack Wanner was a professional baseball player born in 1885, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from September 28 to October 2, 1909. A position player, Wanner appeared in a total of three games during his tenure, primarily as a testament to the evolving nature of the game in the early 20th century, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more dynamic styles that would emerge in the following decades. Throughout his short stint in the majors, Wanner recorded one hit in 8 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .125. He also showcased his speed on the basepaths, stealing one base. Although he did not achieve significant statistical milestones, Wanner's presence in the league contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the challenges and competition faced by players trying to establish themselves during a time when the sport was rapidly growing in popularity and complexity.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
3	8	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	1	0.125	0.300	0.125	0.425	0.0

Career AVG .125 vs. league average .244 across their career seasons — 48.8% below league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .306 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .125 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — 60.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.425 vs. league average 0.619 across their career seasons — 31.3% 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
1909	NYY	AL	3	8	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	1	0.125	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
SS	2	2	1	5	4	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1909	NYA	SS	2	2	1	5	4	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Shortstop	2