Del Bissonette
Born: 9/6/1899 in Winthrop, ME, USA
Died: 6/9/1972 in Augusta, ME, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-04-11 | Final Game: 1933-06-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Delphia Louis Bissonette
Biography
Del Bissonette was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, known for his impressive hitting ability and versatility on the field. Born in 1899, Bissonette played in the big leagues from 1928 until his retirement in 1933, amassing a total of 604 games over his career. He demonstrated a remarkable batting average of .305, reflecting his skill at the plate and ability to consistently connect with the ball. Throughout his career, he recorded 699 hits, including 66 home runs and 391 RBIs, establishing himself as a significant offensive contributor during his time.
Bissonette's playing style was characterized by his power-hitting capabilities and an aggressive approach on the bases, as evidenced by his 17 stolen bases. He played during an era that was transitioning away from the deadball era, embracing a more dynamic style of play that emphasized both power and speed. His contributions to the teams he played for were invaluable, as he not only excelled individually but also played a key role in the development of the game during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Del Bissonette remains a noteworthy figure in baseball history, remembered for his achievements and the impact he made in his relatively brief career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 604 | 2291 | 359 | 699 | 117 | 50 | 66 | 391 | 17 | 233 | 269 | 0.305 | 0.371 | 0.486 | 0.857 | 6510.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | BRO | NL | 155 | 587 | 90 | 188 | 30 | 13 | 25 | 106 | 5 | 70 | 75 | 0.320 | 3336.6 |
| 1929 | BRO | NL | 116 | 431 | 68 | 121 | 28 | 10 | 12 | 75 | 2 | 46 | 58 | 0.281 | 568.8 |
| 1930 | BRO | NL | 146 | 572 | 102 | 192 | 33 | 13 | 16 | 113 | 4 | 56 | 66 | 0.336 | 2042.7 |
| 1931 | BRO | NL | 152 | 587 | 90 | 170 | 19 | 14 | 12 | 87 | 4 | 59 | 53 | 0.290 | 900.0 |
| 1933 | BRO | NL | 35 | 114 | 9 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 0.246 | -338.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 598 | 0 | 5760 | 281 | 75 | 468 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | BRO | 1B | 155 | 0 | 1482 | 77 | 20 | 95 |
| 1929 | BRO | 1B | 113 | 0 | 1093 | 47 | 15 | 70 |
| 1930 | BRO | 1B | 146 | 0 | 1427 | 72 | 20 | 142 |
| 1931 | BRO | 1B | 152 | 0 | 1460 | 66 | 16 | 136 |
| 1933 | BRO | 1B | 32 | 0 | 298 | 19 | 4 | 25 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 598 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Washington | DC | 1921 |
| University of New Hampshire | Durham | NH | 1920 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 18th | 3.0 | 80 | 0 |