Bill Brown
Born: 7/8/1893 in Coleman, TX, USA
Died: 5/13/1965 in Lubbock, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-08-15 | Final Game: 1912-09-13
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William Verna Brown
Biography
Bill Brown was a professional baseball player born in 1893 who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player for a short stint in 1912, appearing in a total of 9 games. Over the course of his career, Brown recorded 4 hits, driving in 1 run and finishing with a batting average of .200. Known for his determination on the field, Brown’s contributions, although modest in terms of statistics, reflected the competitive spirit of the early 20th century baseball landscape.
Brown's playing career coincided with a transitional period in baseball, just before the deadball era gave way to the more power-oriented styles of play that would dominate the following decades. His time in the majors was limited, but it exemplified the challenges faced by many players of the era, who often struggled to maintain a foothold in a rapidly evolving sport. While he may not have left a lasting mark in terms of statistics, Bill Brown's presence in the game is a testament to the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | AL | 9 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 7 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | OF | 7 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 6 |
| Center Field | 1 |