Bill Koski
Born: 2/6/1932 in Madera, CA, USA
Died: 7/9/2014 in Modesto, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-04-28 | Final Game: 1951-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William John Koski
Biography
Bill Koski was a professional baseball player born in 1932, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball. His career spanned a brief period from April 28, 1951, to September 22, 1951. During his time in the league, Koski appeared in 13 games, but did not record any hits, home runs, runs batted in, or stolen bases, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His time in the majors was short-lived, and he is often remembered for being part of a select group of players who made it to the big leagues despite limited opportunities.
Koski's era was marked by significant transitions in baseball, including the tail end of the post-World War II boom and the early stages of the integration of the sport. His experience reflects the challenges many players faced during this time, as competition for roster spots intensified with the influx of talent. While his statistical record may not reflect a prolific career, Koski's journey to the majors remains a noteworthy chapter in the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.0 | 26 | 20 | 2 | 28 | 6 | 6.67 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.0 | 26 | 20 | 28 | 6 | 6.67 | -1404.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | PIT | NL | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | PIT | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 13 |