Wayne McLeland

Wayne Gaffney McLeland
(Nubbin)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 180 lb.
• High School Stockport High School
• Debut April 20, 1951
• Final Game May 10, 1952
• Born August 29, 1924 in Stockport, IA USA
• Died May 9, 2004 in Houston, TX USA

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Biographical Information

Signed by the St. Louis Cardinals as an amateur free agent in 1942, Wayne McLeland served in the Army during World War II, missing the 1943 through 1945 seasons.

McLeland holds the record for most career appearances without recording a strikeout. He appeared in 10 games, striking out zero batters over 13 2/3 innings and walking 10.

Notable Achievements

• 1950 Pitcher of the Year Texas League Dallas Eagles