Bill Fox
Born: 1/15/1872 in Sturbridge, MA, USA
Died: 5/7/1946 in Minneapolis, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1897-08-20 | Final Game: 1901-09-12
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: William Henry Fox
Biography
Bill Fox was a professional baseball player born in 1872, whose career spanned from 1897 to 1901. Primarily serving as a position player, Fox played a total of 47 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 32 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .185. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 7 runs and showcased his speed on the basepaths with 9 stolen bases.
Fox's playing career unfolded during the late 19th century, a time when baseball was evolving rapidly with the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Despite his modest statistical output, Fox's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination of players in an era characterized by intense competition and the burgeoning popularity of baseball in America. His time in the league, albeit brief, positioned him among the many who laid the groundwork for the future of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 173 | 13 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 24 | 0.185 | 0.212 | 0.208 | 0.420 | -1099.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | WAS | NL | 4 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1901 | CIN | NL | 43 | 159 | 9 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 22 | 0.176 | -1099.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 45 | 0 | 114 | 141 | 15 | 22 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | WAS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 1897 | WAS | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1901 | CIN | 2B | 43 | 0 | 103 | 136 | 13 | 19 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 45 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Holy Cross | Worcester | MA | 1895, 1896, 1897 |