Billy MacLeod
Born: 5/13/1942 in Gloucester, MA, USA
Died: 12/12/2018 in Marblehead, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-09-13 | Final Game: 1962-09-22
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: William Daniel MacLeod
Biography
Billy MacLeod was a professional baseball player born in 1942, whose career in Major League Baseball spanned a brief period from September 13, 1962, to September 22, 1962. Primarily a position player, MacLeod made his mark in the league over the course of two games. Despite his limited opportunities, he became part of the historical fabric of the game during a time when players were beginning to transition into a more modern style of play.
Although MacLeod's statistical record shows no hits, home runs, or RBIs, his presence on the roster during the early 1960s highlights the competitive nature of the league and the challenges faced by players in securing a lasting position on a Major League team. His brief stint exemplified the struggles of many athletes in the era, where only a select few would achieve long-lasting success or recognition. Nevertheless, MacLeod's involvement in the game remains a testament to the depth and complexity of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | BOS | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | BOS | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |