Bill LeFebvre, baseball player, 1938-1944

Bill LeFebvre

Born: 11/11/1915 in Natick, RI, USA

Died: 1/19/2007 in Largo, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1938-06-10 | Final Game: 1944-09-29

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Wilfred Henry LeFebvre

Biography

Bill LeFebvre, born in 1915, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1938 until his retirement in 1944. Throughout his career, LeFebvre demonstrated a steady presence on the mound, finishing with a win-loss record of 5-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.03. He struck out 36 batters and recorded 3 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and a reliever during a time when the game was beginning to evolve post-Depression and on the brink of World War II. LeFebvre's career unfolded during a pivotal era in baseball history, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in the game. While he may not have achieved the accolades of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the hard work and dedication that defined many players of his time. As an athlete navigating the challenges of his era, LeFebvre remains a part of 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
5 5 36 10 3 0 3 132.3 162 74 10 51 36 5.03 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
75 87 8 24 5 2 1 11 0 15 11 0.276 0.382 0.414 0.796 113.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 16 1 0 1
P 36 0 3 21 1 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 36
First Base 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
College of the Holy Cross Worcester MA 1936, 1937, 1938