Bill Dailey
Born: 5/13/1935 in Arlington, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1961-08-17 | Final Game: 1964-06-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William Garland Dailey
Biography
Bill Dailey was a professional baseball pitcher who made a mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1960s. Born in 1935, Dailey's career spanned from 1961 to 1964, a period characterized by the transition from the post-war era of baseball to a more dynamic style of play. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-7, showcasing his ability to contribute effectively to his teams.
Dailey finished his career with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.76, highlighting his skills as a reliable pitcher capable of containing opposing lineups. He amassed a total of 109 strikeouts and secured 22 saves, reflecting his versatility and effectiveness both as a starter and a reliever. His performance on the mound during this transformative time in baseball history demonstrated his significant role in the game, making him a memorable figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 7 | 119 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 185.7 | 162 | 57 | 12 | 59 | 109 | 2.76 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 0.95 | 592.2 |
| 1962 | CLE | AL | 2 | 2 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 42.7 | 43 | 17 | 17 | 24 | 3.59 | 1212.8 |
| 1963 | MIN | AL | 6 | 3 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 108.7 | 80 | 24 | 19 | 72 | 1.99 | 1954.9 |
| 1964 | MIN | AL | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 23 | 14 | 17 | 6 | 8.22 | -1881.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119 | 26 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0.192 | 0.250 | 0.308 | 0.558 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | CLE | AL | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | CLE | AL | 27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | MIN | AL | 66 | 21 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | MIN | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 119 | 0 | 10 | 47 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | CLE | P | 12 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | CLE | P | 27 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1963 | MIN | P | 66 | 0 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 0 |
| 1964 | MIN | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 119 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 23th | 3.0 | 280 | 0 |