Bill Cristall

Bill Cristall was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century, specifically from September 3 to September 28 in 1901. Born in 1875, Cristall's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the early development of the modern game following the deadball era. His tenure in the league was brief, yet he made his mark as a right-handed pitcher. Over the course of his career, Cristall recorded a win-loss record of 1-5, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.84, and he struck out a total of 12 batters. While he did not achieve significant fame or longevity in the sport, his participation during the formative years of Major League Baseball contributed to the evolution of pitching strategies and player development in a rapidly changing game. Although he did not secure any saves, Cristall's time in the league reflects the competitive spirit and challenges faced by players of his era.