William Ford
Born: 10/14/1915 in Buena Vista, PA, USA
Died: 4/6/1994 in Jefferson, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1936-09-27 | Final Game: 1936-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: William Brown Ford
Biography
William Ford, born in 1915, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief moment during the 1936 season. He played as a position player and made a singular appearance in Major League Baseball on September 27, 1936. Though his time in the big leagues was limited to just one game, it marked a significant achievement for Ford, representing the culmination of years of dedication to the sport.
In his lone game, Ford did not record any hits, runs batted in, or home runs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His career statistics reflect the challenges faced by many players during the time, as the competitive landscape of baseball was fierce, with numerous talented athletes vying for limited roster spots. Despite the brevity of his career, Ford's participation in the Major Leagues places him among the ranks of those who reached the pinnacle of professional baseball, even if just for a fleeting moment. His story serves as a reminder of the countless players who have aspired to and fought for their place in the game, leaving an indelible mark on baseball history, regardless of their statistics.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | BSN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | State College | PA | 1936 |