Billy Harrell
Born: 7/18/1928 in Norristown, PA, USA
Died: 5/6/2014 in Albany, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-09-02 | Final Game: 1961-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: William Harrell
Biography
Billy Harrell was a professional baseball player born in 1928, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1955 until 1961. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 173 games, where he made significant contributions as an agile athlete known for his speed on the bases. Harrell recorded 79 hits, including 8 home runs, and drove in 26 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .231. His 17 stolen bases highlighted his ability to disrupt opposing defenses and showcased his aggressive playing style.
Harrell's career spanned the transition period of the 1950s, a time when baseball was evolving with the integration of players and the emergence of new strategies. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for were reflective of the depth of talent that populated the league during that era. Harrell's dedication to the game and his role as a versatile player remain a part of baseball's rich history, marking him as a notable figure from a transformative time in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | 342 | 54 | 79 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 26 | 17 | 23 | 54 | 0.231 | 0.283 | 0.327 | 0.610 | -780.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CLE | AL | 13 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.421 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | CLE | AL | 22 | 57 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 0.263 | -48.6 |
| 1958 | CLE | AL | 101 | 229 | 36 | 50 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 19 | 12 | 15 | 36 | 0.218 | -732.1 |
| 1961 | BOS | AL | 37 | 37 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.162 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2B | 8 | 5 | 11 | 11 | 1 | 5 |
| 3B | 62 | 20 | 32 | 69 | 1 | 10 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 77 | 56 | 80 | 158 | 17 | 28 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CLE | SS | 11 | 5 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| 1957 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CLE | 3B | 6 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CLE | SS | 14 | 11 | 17 | 33 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | CLE | 2B | 7 | 5 | 11 | 11 | 1 | 5 |
| 1958 | CLE | 3B | 46 | 14 | 21 | 50 | 1 | 7 |
| 1958 | CLE | SS | 45 | 38 | 49 | 98 | 7 | 20 |
| 1958 | CLE | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | BOS | 1B | 3 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1961 | BOS | 3B | 10 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 3 |
| 1961 | BOS | SS | 7 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 63 |
| Shortstop | 77 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siena College | Loudonville | NY | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952 |