Jack Wisner

Born: 11/5/1899 in Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Died: 12/15/1981 in Jackson, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1919-09-12 | Final Game: 1926-05-15

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: John Henry Wisner

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Biography

Jack Wisner was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1919 to 1926. Born in 1899, Wisner made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive output. He played his entire career in the major leagues, finishing with a record of 4-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.21. His ability to control the game was reflected in his 35 strikeouts, showcasing his talent on the mound despite not recording any saves. Wisner's contributions to his teams were significant during his playing years, as he took the ball during crucial moments and demonstrated a competitive spirit characteristic of pitchers of his time. Though his career was relatively short, his performance had a lasting impact on the teams he played for, and he remains a part of baseball history as a player who navigated the challenging landscape of early 20th-century baseball. His legacy as a pitcher is remembered by enthusiasts who appreciate the game's rich history and the players who helped pave the way for future generations.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
4	5	51	6	4	0	0	131.7	112	47	9	41	35	3.21	0

Career ERA 3.21 vs. league average 3.87 across their career seasons — 16.9% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1919	PIT	NL	1	0	4	1	1	18.7	12	2	7	4	0.96	3.09 (+69%)	-130.2
1920	PIT	NL	1	3	17	2	1	44.7	46	17	10	13	3.43	3.45 (+1%)	230.1
1925	NY1	NL	0	0	25	0	0	40.3	33	17	14	13	3.79	4.55 (+17%)	-900.1
1926	NY1	NL	2	2	5	3	2	28.0	21	11	10	5	3.54	4.11 (+14%)	-1080.2

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
51	31	4	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	9	0.065	0.094	0.065	0.158	0.0

Career AVG .065 vs. league average .277 across their career seasons — 76.7% below league average.

Career OBP .094 vs. league average .339 across their career seasons — 72.3% below league average.

Career SLG .065 vs. league average .380 across their career seasons — 83.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.158 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 78.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
1919	PIT	NL	4	7	1	0	2	0.000	—	—	—	—
1920	PIT	NL	17	7	0	0	3	0.000	—	—	—	—
1925	NY1	NL	25	7	0	0	2	0.000	—	—	—	—
1926	NY1	NL	5	10	3	2	2	0.200	—	—	—	—