Billy Arnold
Born: 3/2/1851 in Middletown, CT, USA
Died: 1/18/1899 in Albany, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1872-04-26 | Final Game: 1872-05-02
Full name: Willis S. Arnold
Biography
Billy Arnold was a professional baseball player born in 1851, who had a brief career in the early days of the Major Leagues. His playing tenure spanned from April 26, 1872, to May 2, 1872, during a formative period in baseball history, characterized by the transition from the early game to more organized professional leagues. Arnold played as a position player, participating in just two games during his short stint in the league.
In those two games, Arnold recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of .143. While he did not achieve significant offensive milestones, his career included one stolen base, showcasing the speed and agility that were valued in players of his era. Though his impact on the game was limited, Arnold's brief appearance in baseball's early years reflects the development of the sport and the myriad players who contributed to its evolution.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.143 | 0.143 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | MID | 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | MID | OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 2 |