Billy Lee
Born: 1/9/1894 in Bayonne, NJ, USA
Died: 1/6/1984 in West Hazleton, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-04-15 | Final Game: 1916-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: William Joseph Lee
Biography
Billy Lee was a professional baseball player born in 1894 who played as a position player during the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1915 to 1916, a time when Major League Baseball was experiencing the tail end of the deadball era, characterized by lower scoring games and a focus on speed and defense. Lee's time in the majors was brief, appearing in 25 games over two seasons.
During his career, Lee recorded 13 hits and drove in 4 runs, finishing with a batting average of .186. He also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 1 base. Although he did not hit any home runs, his contributions on the field reflected the style of play common during his era, emphasizing contact hitting and situational baseball. Despite his limited playing time, Lee remains a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history, representing the challenges and dynamics faced by players of his time. He concluded his career on September 30, 1916, leaving a legacy as a player who contributed to the game during a significant period of its evolution.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 70 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 0.186 | 0.260 | 0.200 | 0.460 | -242.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | SLA | AL | 18 | 59 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0.186 | -242.3 |
| 1916 | SLA | AL | 7 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 19 | 0 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | SLA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1915 | SLA | OF | 15 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1916 | SLA | OF | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 7 |
| Center Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 5 |