Bill Hanlon, baseball player, 1903-1903

Bill Hanlon

Born: 6/24/1876 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

Died: 11/23/1905 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1903-04-16 | Final Game: 1903-04-26

Bats: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: William Joseph Hanlon

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Biography

Bill Hanlon was a professional baseball player born in 1876, who played as a position player during the early 1900s. His career spanned a brief period from April 16, 1903, to April 26, 1903, during which he appeared in a total of 8 games. Despite the short duration of his time in Major League Baseball, Hanlon contributed 2 hits and 2 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.095. He also recorded 1 stolen base, showcasing a glimpse of his speed on the basepaths. Hanlon's career unfolded during a pivotal time in baseball history, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-friendly periods that followed. Although his playing statistics may not reflect a long-lasting impact on the game, Hanlon's brief presence in the major leagues is a testament to the competitive nature of early 20th-century baseball, where many players vied for limited opportunities. His journey serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a fleeting moment on the diamond.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
8 21 4 2 0 0 0 2 1 6 6 0.095 0.296 0.095 0.392 0.0

Career AVG .095 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 63.6% below league average.

Career OBP .296 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 6.5% below league average.

Career SLG .095 vs. league average .346 across their career seasons — 72.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.392 vs. league average 0.663 across their career seasons — 40.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1903 CHC NL 8 21 4 2 0 0 0 2 1 6 6 0.095 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 8 0 92 4 2 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1903 CHN 1B 8 0 92 4 2 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 8

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
St. Mary's College of California Moraga CA 1894