Story Hill in Milwaukee in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Bill Wegman
1985 - 1995
Photographed By Devon Polzar, 2019
1. Bill Wegman Marker
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Bill Wegman. A Brewer from start to finish, Wegman spent his entire 11-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Enjoyed career-best year in 1991, posting a 15-7 record with seven complete games and 2.84 ERA - third lowest in the American League. That year, Wegman was also recognized as the Hutch Award winner, given to the Major League player who best exemplified the fighting spirit and competitive desire of Fred Hutchinson. The following season, Wegman finished in the top ten in the A.L. in both ERA (3.20) and innings pitched (261.2). At the time of his retirement, Wegman ranked fifth in franchise wins (81), fourth in games started (216) and innings pitched (1,482.2), and second in seasons as a pitcher (11).
A Brewer from start to finish, Wegman spent his entire 11-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Enjoyed career-best year in 1991, posting a 15-7 record with seven complete games and 2.84 ERA - third lowest in the American League. That year, Wegman was also recognized as the Hutch Award winner, given to the Major League player who best exemplified the fighting spirit and competitive desire of Fred Hutchinson. The following season, Wegman finished in the top ten in the A.L. in both ERA (3.20) and innings pitched (261.2). At the time of his retirement, Wegman ranked fifth in franchise wins (81), fourth in games started (216) and innings pitched (1,482.2), and second in seasons as a pitcher (11).
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports.
Location. 43° 1.743′ N, 87° 58.234′ W. Marker is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in Milwaukee County. It is in Story Hill. The marker is part of the Brewers Wall of Honor which is on display on the northeast wall (left field) of Miller Park. It is near the Hot Corner entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee WI 53214, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Pat Listach (here, next to this marker); Dave Nilsson (here, next to this marker); Darryl Hamilton (here,
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 20, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 132 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on October 20, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
