Bill Graham
Born: 1/21/1937 in Flemingsburg, KY, USA
Died: 10/26/2006 in Flemingsburg, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-10-02 | Final Game: 1967-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 217 lbs
Full name: William Albert Graham
Biography
Bill Graham was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1937, who played in Major League Baseball during a brief but notable career spanning from 1966 to 1967. He made his mark in a competitive era when the league was transitioning into a more offense-oriented game, yet he distinguished himself with a commendable ability to limit runs. Over the course of his career, Graham recorded a win-loss record of 1-2 and posted an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.45, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound.
During his time in the major leagues, Graham struck out 16 batters, demonstrating his capability to overpower hitters despite his limited appearances. Though he did not register any saves, his contributions were significant in the context of his era, where pitching depth was often tested. Graham's career, though short, remains a testament to the talent that emerged in the late 1960s, and his performances reflect the competitive spirit of a time when the game was evolving.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 29.3 | 22 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 16 | 2.45 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 27.3 | 20 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 2.63 | -580.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | NYN | NL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | NYN | P | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | Gainesville | FL | 1955, 1956 |