Bill Jones
Born: 4/8/1887 in Hartland, NB, CAN
Died: 10/10/1946 in Boston, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-06-20 | Final Game: 1912-06-14
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 157 lbs
Full name: William Dennis Jones
Biography
Bill Jones was a professional baseball player born in 1887, whose career spanned the early years of the 20th century from 1911 until June 20, 1912. Primarily serving as a position player, Jones appeared in 27 games during his brief time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 12 hits and finished with a batting average of .226, contributing 5 runs batted in (RBIs) and 1 stolen base to his team's efforts.
Jones played in an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in baseball. Although he did not hit any home runs during his career, his role as a steady contributor was vital in a time when every run mattered significantly. Despite the limited scope of his career, Jones's experience in the league reflects the challenges faced by players of his time, as they navigated the evolving landscape of professional baseball. His legacy, though not widely celebrated, remains a testament to the many players who contributed to the sport during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 53 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 8 | 0.226 | 0.397 | 0.302 | 0.699 | 58.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BSN | NL | 24 | 51 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 0.216 | 58.6 |
| 1912 | BSN | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 18 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BSN | OF | 18 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 18 |