Bill Hollahan
Born: 11/22/1896 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 11/27/1965 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-09-27 | Final Game: 1920-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: William James Hollahan
Biography
Bill Hollahan, born in 1896, was a professional baseball player whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from September 27 to October 3, 1920. As a position player, Hollahan made a notable albeit short-lived impact during a period when the game was transitioning away from the deadball era and embracing a new style of play. He played in a total of three games, where he demonstrated his skills with a batting average of .25, accumulating one hit and one run batted in. His ability to steal bases was showcased with one stolen base during his time on the field.
Although Hollahan's major league experience was limited, he contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball in the early 20th century. The 1920 season was significant as it marked the beginning of a new offensive era in baseball, and players like Hollahan, though not widely remembered, were part of the fabric that shaped the game during that transformative time. His career, although brief, reflects the opportunities and challenges faced by many players of his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.400 | 0.250 | 0.650 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | WSN | AL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | WS1 | 3B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 2 |