Positions: Centerfielder and Pitcher
Bats: Right • Throws: Right
5-9, 157lb (175cm, 71kg)
Born: January 10, 1835 in Sheffield, United Kingdom gb
Died: October 3, 1895 in Atlantic City, NJ
Buried: West Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bala Cynwyd, PA
Debut: May 5, 1871 (Age 36-115d, 19th in major league history)
Last Game: September 29, 1877 (Age 42-262d)
Hall of Fame: Inducted as Pioneer/Executive in 1953. (Voted by Veteran's Committee) View Harry Wright's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos).
Rookie Status: Exceeded rookie limits during 1871 season
Full Name: William Henry Wright
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Relatives: Brother of George Wright, Sam Wright
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