Bill Harris, baseball player, 1957-1959

Bill Harris

Born: 12/3/1930 in Duguayville, NB, CAN

Died: 5/27/2011 in Kennewick, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1957-09-27 | Final Game: 1959-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 187 lbs

Full name: William Thomas Harris

Biography

Bill Harris was a professional baseball player born in 1930, who played in Major League Baseball during the late 1950s. His career spanned from 1957 until his final game on September 26, 1959. Primarily serving as a position player, Harris's time in the big leagues was brief, appearing in just 2 games. Over the course of his career, he recorded 1 hit, leading to a batting average of 0.5. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his presence in the major leagues marked a significant achievement for any player of his era, reflecting the competitive nature of baseball during the post-war period. Harris’s playing career took place during a transformative time in baseball history. While he did not achieve extensive statistical success, his journey to the majors is emblematic of the many players who aspired to reach the pinnacle of the sport, facing both the challenges of competition and the evolving landscape of the game. Though his time in the spotlight was limited, Bill Harris remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the dreams and aspirations of countless athletes who strive for a place in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 1 2 1 0 0 0 8.7 9 3 1 4 3 3.12 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.500 0.500 0.500 1.000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 2 1 0 3 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 2