Bill Cissell
Born: 1/3/1904 in Perryville, MO, USA
Died: 3/15/1949 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-04-11 | Final Game: 1938-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Chalmer William Cissell
Biography
Bill Cissell, born in 1904, enjoyed a notable career as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1928 until his retirement in 1938. Over the course of ten seasons, Cissell appeared in 956 games, during which he compiled a respectable .267 batting average. He recorded a total of 990 hits, demonstrating consistent offensive production, and contributed 29 home runs along with 423 RBIs. Renowned for his speed on the bases, Cissell also tallied 113 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting.
Cissell's career unfolded during an era that saw the evolution of baseball tactics and player strategies, transitioning from the deadball era to the more dynamic offensive approaches of the late 1930s. His versatility and reliability made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, and he carved out a place in the annals of baseball history as a solid performer of his time. After concluding his playing days, Cissell's contributions to the game were recognized, and he remains a respected figure for his achievements on the field.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.0 | 12.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.334 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 12.0 | 12.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.334 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 956 | 3707 | 516 | 990 | 173 | 43 | 29 | 423 | 113 | 212 | 250 | 0.267 | 0.308 | 0.360 | 0.669 | -8241.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 125 | 443 | 66 | 115 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 60 | 18 | 29 | 41 | 0.260 | -1287.6 |
| 1929 | CHW | AL | 152 | 618 | 83 | 173 | 27 | 12 | 5 | 62 | 25 | 28 | 53 | 0.280 | -1405.1 |
| 1930 | CHW | AL | 141 | 562 | 82 | 152 | 28 | 9 | 2 | 48 | 16 | 28 | 32 | 0.270 | -1949.1 |
| 1931 | CHW | AL | 109 | 409 | 42 | 90 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 46 | 18 | 16 | 26 | 0.220 | -2132.9 |
| 1932 | CHW | AL | 12 | 43 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.256 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | CLE | AL | 131 | 541 | 78 | 173 | 35 | 6 | 6 | 93 | 18 | 28 | 25 | 0.320 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | CLE | AL | 112 | 409 | 53 | 94 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 33 | 6 | 31 | 29 | 0.230 | -968.5 |
| 1934 | BOS | AL | 102 | 416 | 71 | 111 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 44 | 11 | 28 | 23 | 0.267 | -862.4 |
| 1937 | PHA | AL | 34 | 117 | 15 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 17 | 10 | 0.265 | -51.2 |
| 1938 | NY1 | NL | 38 | 149 | 19 | 40 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 0.268 | -349.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 483 | 0 | 1242 | 1608 | 124 | 276 |
| 3B | 34 | 0 | 28 | 75 | 5 | 7 |
| SS | 439 | 0 | 931 | 1265 | 143 | 252 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHA | SS | 123 | 0 | 255 | 360 | 41 | 77 |
| 1929 | CHA | SS | 152 | 0 | 357 | 459 | 55 | 90 |
| 1930 | CHA | 2B | 107 | 0 | 251 | 336 | 32 | 60 |
| 1930 | CHA | 3B | 24 | 0 | 24 | 62 | 3 | 7 |
| 1930 | CHA | SS | 10 | 0 | 15 | 24 | 6 | 2 |
| 1931 | CHA | 2B | 23 | 0 | 57 | 69 | 5 | 11 |
| 1931 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | CHA | SS | 83 | 0 | 168 | 233 | 24 | 47 |
| 1932 | CHA | SS | 12 | 0 | 40 | 24 | 5 | 9 |
| 1932 | CLE | 2B | 129 | 0 | 329 | 475 | 30 | 82 |
| 1932 | CLE | SS | 6 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1933 | CLE | 2B | 62 | 0 | 151 | 205 | 20 | 24 |
| 1933 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | CLE | SS | 46 | 0 | 87 | 146 | 8 | 23 |
| 1934 | BOS | 2B | 96 | 0 | 280 | 281 | 24 | 62 |
| 1934 | BOS | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | BOS | SS | 7 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| 1937 | PHA | 2B | 33 | 0 | 87 | 115 | 8 | 17 |
| 1938 | NY1 | 2B | 33 | 0 | 87 | 127 | 5 | 20 |
| 1938 | NY1 | 3B | 6 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 487 |
| Third Base | 37 |
| Shortstop | 437 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 11th | 10.0 | 80 | 0 |
| 1928 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 4.0 | 64 | 0 |