Billy Martin
Born: 2/13/1894 in Washington, DC, USA
Died: 9/14/1949 in Arlington, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-10-06 | Final Game: 1914-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Gloyd Martin
Biography
Billy Martin was a professional baseball player born in 1894, known for his brief but notable appearance in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player, making his debut on October 6, 1914. Martin’s career in the majors was limited to just one game, during which he did not record any hits, runs batted in, or stolen bases, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite his limited statistics, his presence in the league during the early 20th century reflects the competitive nature of baseball during that era.
The context of Martin’s career places him in a time when the game was evolving, with the deadball era just beginning to transition into a more offense-driven style of play. While he may not have achieved significant individual success on the field, his involvement in Major League Baseball serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the sport, many of whom faced immense challenges in securing a place within the league. Martin’s story, though brief, contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BSN | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BSN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Washington | DC | 1914 |