Bill Byers
Born: 10/3/1877 in Bridgeton, IN, USA
Died: 9/8/1948 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-04-15 | Final Game: 1904-06-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: James William Byers
Biography
Bill Byers was a professional baseball player born in 1877, who made a brief yet notable impact in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. He played as a position player from April 15, 1904, to June 6, 1904, participating in 19 games. Throughout his short career, Byers recorded 13 hits and drove in 4 runs, achieving a batting average of .217. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his presence on the field contributed to the competitive landscape of baseball during this transitional period, as the game was evolving from the deadball era towards a more offensive style.
Byers' time in the major leagues was limited, but he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the experiences of many players who sought to carve out their careers in a sport that was rapidly growing in popularity. His performance, although modest, is a reminder of the many athletes who shaped the game during its formative years, striving to make their mark amidst the challenges of the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 60 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.217 | 0.230 | 0.217 | 0.446 | -245.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | STL | NL | 19 | 60 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.217 | -245.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 16 | 16 | 84 | 15 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | SLN | C | 16 | 16 | 84 | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| 1904 | SLN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 16 |
| First Base | 1 |