Bill Dillman, baseball player, 1967-1970

Bill Dillman

Born: 5/25/1945 in Trenton, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1967-04-14 | Final Game: 1970-07-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: William Howard Dillman

Biography

Bill Dillman, born in 1945, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1970. Over the course of his brief career, Dillman compiled a record of 7-12 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.54. He was known for his ability to strike out batters, finishing his career with a total of 86 strikeouts and recording 3 saves. His playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and an effective mix of pitches, which allowed him to carve out a role within the teams he played for during a time when Major League Baseball was evolving rapidly. Dillman's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by increased specialization and the emergence of relief pitchers. While he may not have achieved long-term star status, his contributions on the mound during the late 1960s and early 1970s reflected the challenges and dynamics faced by pitchers of his time. Despite a career that spanned just a few seasons, Dillman's presence in the league during this pivotal period adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
7 12 50 15 2 1 3 154.7 143 78 17 51 86 4.54 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
51 33 1 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 17 0.152 0.152 0.152 0.303 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 50 15 10 21 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 50

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Wake Forest University Winston-Salem NC 1965