Bill Bagwell
Born: 2/24/1895 in Choudrant, LA, USA
Died: 10/5/1976 in Choudrant, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-04-17 | Final Game: 1925-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: William Mallory Bagwell
Biography
Bill Bagwell, born in 1895, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century, playing primarily as a position player. His career spanned from 1923 to 1925, during a time when the game was evolving from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded approach. Over the course of 92 games in Major League Baseball, Bagwell showcased his batting prowess, finishing his career with a commendable .294 batting average.
During his time in the league, Bagwell accumulated 42 hits, including 2 home runs and 20 RBIs, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts. Despite not being known for his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his 0 stolen bases, Bagwell's solid hitting and ability to get on base underscored his value as a player. Though his career was relatively brief, Bagwell's performance remains a noteworthy part of the history of baseball in the 1920s, reflecting the dynamic changes within the sport during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92 | 143 | 12 | 42 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0.294 | 0.331 | 0.420 | 0.751 | -24.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BSN | NL | 56 | 93 | 8 | 27 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.290 | 52.7 |
| 1925 | PHA | AL | 36 | 50 | 4 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.300 | -77.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 26 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BSN | OF | 22 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1925 | PHA | OF | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 26 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech University | Ruston | LA | 1920, 1921, 1922 |