Weldon Wyckoff
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John Weldon Wyckoff
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 1", Weight 175 lb.
- School Bucknell University
- Debut April 19, 1913
- Final Game May 8, 1918
- Born February 19, 1891 in Williamsport, PA USA
- Died May 8, 1961 in Sheboygan Falls, WI USA
Biographical Information[edit]
Weldon Wyckoff was the first player in Major League history with a last name that starts with "Wyc." As of 2025, he is currently the only one.
Notable Achievements[edit]
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 1 (1915)
- Won two World Series with the Philadelphia Athletics (1913) and the Boston Red Sox (1916) (he played in neither World Series)
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