Bill Bell
Born: 10/24/1933 in Goldsboro, NC, USA
Died: 10/11/1962 in Durham, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-09-05 | Final Game: 1955-04-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: William Samuel Bell
Biography
Bill Bell, born in 1933, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the early 1950s. He played as a position player from 1952 until his final game on April 16, 1955. Although his career in the majors was short-lived, with only five games played, Bell's journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges faced by many players in that era, particularly those who struggled to secure a permanent spot on a roster during a time of intense competition and talent.
Throughout his time in the league, Bell did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the lack of statistical achievements during his major league tenure, his experience highlighted the often-overlooked narratives of players who, despite not making a significant statistical impact, contributed to the fabric of their teams and the sport as a whole. Bellโs career serves as a reminder of the many players who dedicated themselves to the game, showcasing the perseverance and passion that is emblematic of baseball's rich history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.7 | 16 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 4 | 4.32 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 16 | 8 | 13 | 4 | 4.60 | -1240.3 |
| 1955 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | PIT | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | PIT | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |