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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BAL | AL | 5 | 9 | 32 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 124.0 | 115 | 60 | 33 | 69 | 4.35 | -1133.5 |
| 1970 | WSN | NL | 2 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.7 | 28 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 5.28 | - |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BAL | AL | 33 | 31 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0.161 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | WSN | NL | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BAL | P | 32 | 15 | 7 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 1970 | MON | P | 18 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 50 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem | NC | 1965 |