Bill Fagan, baseball player, 1887-1888

Bill Fagan

Born: 2/15/1865 in Troy, NY, USA

Died: 3/21/1930 in Troy, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1887-09-15 | Final Game: 1888-07-20

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: William A. Fagan

Biography

Bill Fagan was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more modern game of baseball. Born in 1865, Fagan's career spanned from 1887 to 1888, during which he showcased his talents on the mound for various teams. His professional record concluded with 6 wins and 15 losses, an ERA of 5.28, and he recorded a total of 61 strikeouts throughout his brief career. Fagan's role as a pitcher was significant during a time when the sport was still evolving, with players adapting to new strategies and styles of play. Although he did not achieve the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Fagan's contributions to the game were part of the broader narrative of baseball's development. His career, albeit short, reflected the challenges and competitive spirit of a sport that was becoming increasingly popular across America.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
6 15 23 23 21 0 0 187.3 234 110 5 99 61 5.28 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
24 86 5 17 3 0 0 4 0 2 22 0.198 0.233 0.233 0.466 -127.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 2 0 2 0 3 0
P 23 0 6 48 7 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 23
Left Field 1
Center Field 1