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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 35 | 17 | 14 | 8 | 5.81 | -451.5 |
| 1943 | WSN | AL | 2 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 32.3 | 33 | 16 | 16 | 10 | 4.45 | - |
| 1944 | WSN | AL | 2 | 4 | 24 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 69.7 | 86 | 35 | 21 | 18 | 4.52 | - |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | BOS | AL | 7 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | WSN | AL | 7 | 14 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | WSN | AL | 60 | 62 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 0.258 | 113.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BOS | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | BOS | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | WS1 | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1944 | WS1 | P | 24 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 1944 | WS1 | 1B | 2 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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 |