Bill Hallman
Born: 3/15/1876 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 4/23/1950 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1901-04-25 | Final Game: 1907-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: William Harry Hallman
Biography
Bill Hallman was a professional baseball player born in 1876, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1901 to 1907. Hallman primarily played as a position player, showcasing his talents across a total of 319 games. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 269 hits, contributing to a batting average of .235. His offensive efforts included 3 home runs and 86 runs batted in (RBIs), while he also demonstrated speed on the basepaths with 47 stolen bases.
Hallman's playing career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the early developments of the modern game. His contributions on the field reflected the evolving strategies of the time, as players began to embrace speed and base running as key components of offensive play. Hallman’s legacy, while not marked by overwhelming statistical accolades, is indicative of the foundational players who helped shape the game in its formative years. He retired from professional baseball on September 27, 1907, leaving behind a unique imprint on the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 319 | 1147 | 150 | 269 | 43 | 13 | 3 | 86 | 47 | 120 | 126 | 0.235 | 0.311 | 0.303 | 0.614 | -1199.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | MLA | AL | 139 | 549 | 70 | 135 | 27 | 6 | 2 | 47 | 12 | 41 | 55 | 0.246 | -942.8 |
| 1903 | CHW | AL | 63 | 207 | 29 | 43 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 18 | 11 | 31 | 25 | 0.208 | -230.3 |
| 1906 | PIT | NL | 23 | 89 | 12 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 15 | 12 | 0.270 | 294.3 |
| 1907 | PIT | NL | 94 | 302 | 39 | 67 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 21 | 33 | 34 | 0.222 | -320.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 303 | 102 | 514 | 40 | 40 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | MLA | OF | 139 | 0 | 226 | 21 | 26 | 6 |
| 1903 | CHA | OF | 57 | 0 | 114 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| 1906 | PIT | OF | 23 | 23 | 40 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1907 | PIT | OF | 84 | 79 | 134 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 119 |
| Center Field | 60 |
| Right Field | 127 |