Walter Zink

Born: 11/21/1898 in Pittsfield, MA, USA

Died: 6/12/1964 in Quincy, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1921-07-06 | Final Game: 1921-07-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Walter Noble Zink

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Biography

Walter Zink was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in July 1921. Born in 1898, Zink played as a position player, appearing in only two games at the major league level. His time in the spotlight was notably short, as he went hitless during his appearances, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the challenges he faced on the field, Zink's journey through baseball reflects the competitive nature of the sport during the early 20th century, a time characterized by the ongoing evolution of playing styles and strategies. Zink's career, though limited in statistical achievement, provides a glimpse into the lives of many players of his era who sought to make a name for themselves in a rapidly changing game. His experience serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who participated in baseball, often facing fierce competition and limited opportunities. While Walter Zink may not have left a significant mark in the record books, his story is part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the dreams and aspirations of players striving for greatness in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	0	2	0	0	0	0	4.0	4	1	0	3	1	2.25	0

Career ERA 2.25 vs. league average 4.02 across their career seasons — 44.0% better 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
1921	NY1	NL	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	4.0	4	1	3	1	2.25	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .286 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.740 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1921	NY1	NL	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	2	0	0	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1921	NY1	P	2	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	2

College History

School Name	City	State	Years Attended
Amherst College	Amherst	MA	1918, 1919, 1920, 1921