Bill Lewis
Born: 10/15/1904 in Ripley, TN, USA
Died: 10/24/1977 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1933-06-03 | Final Game: 1936-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: William Henry Lewis
Biography
Bill Lewis, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the mid-1930s. His career spanned from 1933 to 1936, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a time when offensive production began to rise. Lewis played primarily as a position player and participated in a total of 50 games. He registered 33 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 11 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offense. With a remarkable batting average of .327, Lewis demonstrated an impressive level of skill at the plate that was noteworthy for his era.
Despite his limited playing time in the majors, Lewis's performance highlighted his potential and the impact he could have had if given more opportunities. His solitary home run, along with his consistent hitting, offered a glimpse into his playing style, which emphasized contact and offensive efficiency. Although he did not steal any bases during his career, his contributions were more about timely hitting rather than speed on the basepaths. Ultimately, Bill Lewis remains a part of baseball history, representing a time when the game was evolving and players were beginning to redefine their roles on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 101 | 20 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 0.327 | 0.414 | 0.386 | 0.800 | 66.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | STL | NL | 15 | 35 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1935 | BSN | NL | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 29 | 62 | 11 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 0.306 | 66.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 30 | 0 | 93 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | SLN | C | 8 | 0 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | BSN | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | BSN | C | 21 | 0 | 49 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 30 |