Bill Landis
Born: 10/8/1942 in Hanford, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-09-28 | Final Game: 1969-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: William Henry Landis
Biography
Bill Landis was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1963 to 1969. Born in 1942, Landis made his debut during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-friendly environments of the 1960s. Over the course of his career, he compiled a pitching record of 9-8, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.46, Landis demonstrated resilience on the mound, while his 135 strikeouts highlighted his capability to overpower hitters.
Throughout his tenure, Landis also contributed to his teams as a reliable option in the bullpen, finishing his career with 4 saves. His playing style reflected the evolving strategies of the game during the 1960s, where the emphasis on strikeouts began to rise. Although his career was relatively brief, Landis's contributions to the teams he played for during this transformative period in baseball history remain part of the rich tapestry of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 8 | 102 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 169.7 | 154 | 84 | 17 | 91 | 135 | 4.46 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | KC1 | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 24 | 15 | 11 | 23 | 5.26 | -1140.5 |
| 1968 | BOS | AL | 3 | 3 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 60.0 | 48 | 21 | 30 | 59 | 3.15 | 147.2 |
| 1969 | BOS | AL | 5 | 5 | 45 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 82.3 | 82 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 5.25 | -1425.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0.000 | 0.136 | 0.000 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | KC1 | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | BOS | AL | 21 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | BOS | AL | 38 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | BOS | AL | 46 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 102 | 7 | 4 | 20 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | KC1 | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | BOS | P | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | BOS | P | 38 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | BOS | P | 45 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 102 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hills College | Coalinga | CA | 1961 |