Bill Brandt
Born: 3/21/1915 in Aurora, IN, USA
Died: 5/16/1968 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-20 | Final Game: 1943-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William George Brandt
Biography
Bill Brandt was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1941 to 1943. Born in 1915, Brandt made his mark during a challenging period in baseball history, as the sport was affected by the onset of World War II. He showcased his talent on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 5-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.57, demonstrating his effectiveness against opposing hitters. Over his brief career, he recorded 21 strikeouts, contributing to his team's efforts during a time when many players were serving in the military.
Brandt's playing style was characterized by his ability to control the game and manage innings effectively, although he did not register any saves during his time in the league. His contributions came during a transitional era in baseball, as the sport began to navigate the impact of wartime player shortages and the integration of the game in the following decades. Despite a relatively short career, Bill Brandt remains a notable figure in the history of baseball, representing a generation of players who persevered through the tumultuous years of the early 1940s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 34 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 80.7 | 85 | 32 | 4 | 27 | 21 | 3.57 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3.86 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 4.96 | -64.6 |
| 1943 | PIT | NL | 4 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 57.3 | 57 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 3.14 | -305.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.133 | 0.133 | 0.133 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PIT | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | PIT | NL | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | PIT | NL | 29 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 34 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PIT | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | PIT | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | PIT | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 34 |