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Bobby Wheelock

Bobby Wheelock Notable

b. August 6, 1864 · Boston Beaneaters 1887, Columbus Solons 1890–1891

Bobby Wheelock divided five seasons between two clubs as a shortstop: the Boston Beaneaters from 1887, then the Columbus Solons through 1891.

Across 236 games he batted .235, with 201 hits and 138 runs. He finished with 3 home runs, 25 doubles and 106 stolen bases.

He played 208 games at shortstop, with 704 assists and 128 errors. He turned 82 double plays.

He was born in Charlestown, MA, USA on August 6, 1864, and died on March 13, 1928. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1887 BSN 481663242 422 15151520 .253
1890 COL 521902445 611 1625034 .237
1891 COL 13649882114 1510 39785552 .229
Career 236854138201 2543 7011870106 .235

On this day & linked events

1864

Born August 6, 1864

Charlestown, MA, USA

1928

Died March 13, 1928

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