Don Wheeler, baseball player, 1949-1949

Don Wheeler

Born: 9/29/1922 in Minneapolis, MN, USA

Died: 12/10/2003 in Bloomington, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1949-04-23 | Final Game: 1949-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Donald Wesley Wheeler

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Biography

Don Wheeler was a professional baseball player born in 1922, who played as a position player in the Major Leagues during the late 1940s. His career spanned from April 23, 1949, to October 2, 1949, during a transitional period in baseball marked by the post-World War II era and the burgeoning integration of the sport. Wheeler appeared in 67 games throughout his brief career, where he made a notable impact despite limited playing time. Wheeler recorded 46 hits and drove in 22 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively with a batting average of .240. He demonstrated versatility on the field, collecting 2 stolen bases and hitting 1 home run, which highlighted his potential as a dynamic player. Although his career was short-lived, Wheeler's participation in the Major Leagues during this pivotal time reflects the evolving nature of baseball as it began to embrace a broader range of talent and styles. His legacy, while modest in statistical terms, is a part of the rich tapestry of the game's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
67 192 17 46 9 2 1 22 2 27 19 0.240 0.333 0.323 0.656 -321.7

Career AVG .240 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 8.8% below league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .323 vs. league average .384 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.656 vs. league average 0.728 across their career seasons — 9.8% 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
1949 CHW AL 67 192 17 46 9 2 1 22 2 27 19 0.240 .262 (-9%) .343 (-3%) .384 (-16%) .727 (-10%) -321.7

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 58 0 210 36 6 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1949 CHA C 58 0 210 36 6 4

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 58