Bill Hall
Born: 7/30/1928 in Moultrie, GA, USA
Died: 1/1/1986 in Moultrie, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-18 | Final Game: 1958-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: William Lemuel Hall
Biography
Bill Hall was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1954 to 1958. Born in 1928, Hall made his mark in the Major Leagues during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport began to see a shift in player dynamics and team strategies. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 57 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. Hall recorded 33 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 15 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .262. While he did not steal any bases, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant during his tenure.
Hall's career unfolded in an era that bridged the tail end of the post-war years and the beginning of the expansion era in Major League Baseball. Though his playing days were relatively brief, his presence on the field and ability to adapt to various roles reflected the evolving landscape of the game during the 1950s. His achievements, though modest in terms of statistics, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the diverse paths players took in a league that was beginning to embrace new talents and styles of play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 126 | 15 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 0.262 | 0.340 | 0.333 | 0.674 | 79.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | NL | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | PIT | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | PIT | NL | 51 | 116 | 15 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 0.284 | 79.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 53 | 39 | 206 | 25 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | C | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1958 | PIT | C | 51 | 38 | 195 | 24 | 4 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 53 |