Bill Deitrick
Born: 4/30/1902 in Hanover County, VA, USA
Died: 5/6/1946 in Bethesda, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-09-19 | Final Game: 1928-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: William Alexander Deitrick
Biography
Bill Deitrick was a professional baseball player born in 1902, who played primarily as a position player during his brief career in Major League Baseball. His playing tenure spanned from 1927 to 1928, during which he appeared in a total of 57 games. Deitrick's offensive contributions included 21 hits, resulting in a batting average of .198, alongside 7 runs batted in and 1 stolen base. Although he did not hit any home runs, his presence on the field during the late 1920s added depth to the teams he played for.
Deitrick's career unfolded during a time when the game was transitioning into a more modern era, characterized by the increasing popularity of power hitters and a focus on offensive production. While his individual statistics may not reflect the explosive power that defined the era, Deitrick's journey through the major leagues exemplified the spirit of perseverance and the competitive nature of baseball during the late 1920s. Though he played for a short time, his contributions to the game remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 106 | 14 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 0.198 | 0.315 | 0.255 | 0.569 | -339.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | PHI | NL | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | PHI | NL | 52 | 100 | 13 | 20 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 0.200 | -339.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 21 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 13 | 0 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | PHI | SS | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1928 | PHI | SS | 8 | 0 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| 1928 | PHI | OF | 21 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 13 |
| Left Field | 18 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia | Charlottesville | VA | 1922, 1923, 1924, 1925 |