Bill Kay
Born: 2/5/1878 in New Castle, VA, USA
Died: 12/3/1945 in Roanoke, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1907-08-12 | Final Game: 1907-10-05
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Walter Brocton Kay
Biography
Bill Kay, born in 1878, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1907 to 1912, during a transitional period in baseball that was moving away from the deadball era towards a more offensive game. Kay played as a position player and appeared in 25 games, showcasing his skills primarily at the plate. He finished his career with an impressive batting average of .333, a notable achievement that underscored his offensive capabilities.
Throughout his brief career, Kay recorded 20 hits and drove in 7 runs, although he did not hit any home runs. His contributions on the base paths were limited, as evidenced by his zero stolen bases. Despite the limited scope of his career, Kay's performance during the early years of the 1900s highlights the evolving nature of the game and the diverse skill sets players brought to the field during this formative time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 60 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.383 | 0.717 | 114.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | WSN | AL | 25 | 60 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.333 | 114.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 12 | 12 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | WS1 | OF | 12 | 12 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 12 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke College | Salem | VA | 1901 |