Bill Higdon
Born: 4/27/1924 in Camp Hill, AL, USA
Died: 4/30/1986 in Pascagoula, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-09-10 | Final Game: 1949-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 193 lbs
Full name: William Travis Higdon
Biography
Bill Higdon was an American professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the late 1940s. Born in 1924, Higdon's career spanned a brief period from September 10, 1949, to October 2, 1949. Despite the limited number of games he participated in, Higdon made a notable impact in the league, appearing in 11 games and achieving a commendable batting average of .304. He recorded 7 hits, including 1 run batted in, and successfully stole a base during his time on the field.
Higdon's playing style reflected the emerging talent of the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and competitiveness. While he did not hit any home runs, his solid batting average showcased his ability as a contact hitter. Although he played a short stint at the major league level, Higdon's contributions to the game, albeit limited, are remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 23 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0.304 | 0.448 | 0.435 | 0.883 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHW | AL | 11 | 23 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0.304 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 6 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHA | OF | 6 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 6 |