William Marriott
Born: 8/18/1893 in Pratt, KS, USA
Died: 8/11/1969 in Berkeley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-09-06 | Final Game: 1927-04-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Earl Marriott
Biography
William Marriott was a professional baseball player born in 1893, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1917 until his retirement on April 28, 1927. Primarily a position player, Marriott appeared in 265 games during his career, where he showcased a solid offensive skill set. He accumulated 220 hits with a batting average of .266, demonstrating his ability to contribute effectively at the plate. Although he hit only 4 home runs, his offensive contributions were reflected in his 95 RBIs, along with 16 stolen bases, illustrating his speed and base-running acumen.
Marriott played during a transformative era in baseball, transitioning from the deadball era into the more offensive-minded approaches that characterized the 1920s. His versatile playing style allowed him to adapt to the changing dynamics of the game, making him a valuable asset to his teams. While he may not have been a household name, Marriott's contributions to the teams he played for during this pivotal time in baseball history reflect the dedication and skill of players who helped shape the sport's evolution.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265 | 826 | 86 | 220 | 27 | 14 | 4 | 95 | 16 | 57 | 55 | 0.266 | 0.317 | 0.347 | 0.664 | -1881.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | CHC | NL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | CHC | NL | 14 | 43 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0.279 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | CHC | NL | 30 | 38 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | BSN | NL | 103 | 370 | 37 | 99 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 3 | 28 | 26 | 0.268 | -1261.9 |
| 1926 | BRO | NL | 109 | 360 | 39 | 96 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 42 | 12 | 17 | 20 | 0.267 | -619.7 |
| 1927 | BRO | NL | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 20 | 0 | 35 | 50 | 12 | 3 |
| 3B | 196 | 0 | 180 | 366 | 44 | 20 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | CHN | 2B | 14 | 0 | 26 | 40 | 8 | 2 |
| 1921 | CHN | 2B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| 1921 | CHN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1921 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1925 | BSN | 3B | 89 | 0 | 96 | 187 | 22 | 13 |
| 1925 | BSN | OF | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1926 | BRO | 3B | 104 | 0 | 80 | 173 | 20 | 6 |
| 1927 | BRO | 3B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 20 |
| Third Base | 196 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Left Field | 4 |