Bill Conroy
Born: 1/9/1899 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 1/23/1970 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-04-18 | Final Game: 1923-07-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: William Frederick Conroy
Biography
Bill Conroy, born in 1899, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from 1923 until 1923. Primarily a position player, Conroy made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by significant changes in the game, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven style of play. He played a total of 18 games, during which he recorded 8 hits, bringing his batting average to .133. Despite not being known for his power, as he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league, Conroy contributed 2 RBIs to his team.
Conroy’s career, while short-lived, reflects the experiences of many players in the 1920s who faced fierce competition and the evolving dynamics of professional baseball. His time in the majors may not have been marked by overwhelming statistics, but it serves as a reminder of the numerous athletes who played during this transformative period in baseball history.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.400 | 0.400 | 0.800 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.400 | 0.400 | 0.800 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 60 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.133 | 0.188 | 0.233 | 0.421 | -460.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | WSN | AL | 18 | 60 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.133 | -460.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 0 | 43 | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| 3B | 10 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | WS1 | 1B | 6 | 0 | 43 | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| 1923 | WS1 | 3B | 10 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| 1923 | WS1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 10 |
| Center Field | 1 |