Warren Gill
Born: 12/21/1878 in Ladoga, IN, USA
Died: 11/26/1952 in Laguna Beach, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1908-08-26 | Final Game: 1908-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Warren Darst Gill
Biography
Warren Gill was a professional baseball player born in 1878, whose career spanned the early days of the 20th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. He played in the Major Leagues from August 26, 1908, to September 29, 1908, appearing in a total of 27 games. Throughout his brief career, Gill established himself as a versatile position player, contributing with a .224 batting average, 17 hits, and 14 runs batted in.
Despite not hitting any home runs, Gill showcased his speed on the base paths with 3 stolen bases, reflecting the style of play that characterized the era. His contributions, while modest in statistical terms, were part of a burgeoning league that was beginning to see changes in player dynamics and the overall approach to the game. While Gill's time in the majors was short-lived, he remains a figure of interest for those studying the evolution of baseball during its formative years. His career exemplified the spirit of perseverance and adaptability that defined many players of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 76 | 10 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 0.224 | 0.366 | 0.250 | 0.616 | 134.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | NL | 27 | 76 | 10 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 0.224 | 134.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 25 | 25 | 237 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | 1B | 25 | 25 | 237 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 25 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St. Louis | St. Louis | MO | 1907 |