Weldon Wyckoff

Born: 2/19/1891 in Williamsport, PA, USA

Died: 5/8/1961 in Sheboygan Falls, WI, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-04-19 | Final Game: 1918-05-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: John Weldon Wyckoff

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Biography

Weldon Wyckoff was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1913 to 1918. Born in 1891, Wyckoff made his mark in an era that was transitioning from the deadball period into a more offensive-focused style of play. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 23 wins and 34 losses, while maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of 3.55. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 299 strikeouts, alongside 3 saves, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness on the mound. Wyckoff's playing style reflected the competitive spirit of the early 20th century, where pitchers often relied on skillful control and strategy to navigate through lineups. Though he faced challenges in securing a winning record, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant. As the game evolved, Wyckoff's career helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers, marking him as a notable figure in baseball history during a time of great change in the sport. His legacy remains a testament to the resilience and determination required to succeed in the majors during the formative years of baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
23	34	109	63	36	1	3	573.7	494	226	5	357	299	3.55	0

Career ERA 3.55 vs. league average 2.87 across their career seasons — 23.5% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1913	PHA	AL	2	4	17	7	4	0	0	61.7	56	30	46	31	4.38	3.07 (-43%)	-1894.2
1914	PHA	AL	11	7	32	20	11	0	2	185.0	153	62	103	86	3.02	2.93 (-3%)	-2316.5
1915	PHA	AL	10	22	43	34	20	1	0	276.0	238	108	165	157	3.52	2.90 (-22%)	-2044.3
1916	PHA	AL	0	1	7	2	1	0	0	21.3	20	13	20	4	5.48	2.78 (-97%)	-1491.3
1916	BOS	AL	0	0	8	0	0	0	1	22.7	19	12	18	18	4.76	2.78 (-71%)	-221.5
1917	BOS	AL	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	5.0	4	1	4	1	1.80	—	0.0
1918	BOS	AL	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	2.0	4	0	1	2	0.00	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
114	208	13	31	4	2	1	12	4	9	50	0.149	0.184	0.202	0.386	-1220.8

Career AVG .149 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 41.1% below league average.

Career OBP .184 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 42.2% below league average.

Career SLG .202 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 39.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.386 vs. league average 0.652 across their career seasons — 40.7% 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
1913	PHA	AL	17	21	2	4	1	0	0	1	0	0	7	0.190	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	PHA	AL	34	75	7	11	0	0	1	6	3	4	15	0.147	.255 (-43%)	.322 (-41%)	.339 (-45%)	.661 (-43%)	-515.7
1915	PHA	AL	45	96	3	12	3	2	0	5	0	5	25	0.125	.250 (-50%)	.318 (-47%)	.332 (-40%)	.651 (-44%)	-705.1
1916	PHA	AL	8	8	0	3	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	0.375	—	—	—	—	0.0
1916	BOS	AL	8	6	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1917	BOS	AL	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1918	BOS	AL	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0