Bill McCarren
Born: 11/4/1895 in Fortenia, PA, USA
Died: 9/11/1983 in Denver, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-05-04 | Final Game: 1923-08-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Joseph McCarren
Biography
Bill McCarren, born in 1895, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 1920s. His career spanned from 1923 until early August of the same year, during which he played as a position player primarily in the outfield. Over the course of his brief career, McCarren participated in 69 games, where he recorded 53 hits, culminating in a batting average of .245. He contributed to his teams with 3 home runs and 27 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs, even if he did not steal any bases.
Though his time in Major League Baseball was short-lived, McCarren's efforts came during an era that was evolving from the deadball style of play towards a more offensive game. His performance, while not among the most celebrated, reflected the competitive spirit of the league during a transitional period in baseball history. Despite retiring early in the season, McCarren remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball's past, representing the many players who contributed to the game in various ways, even if they did not achieve long, storied careers.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 216 | 28 | 53 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 27 | 0 | 22 | 39 | 0.245 | 0.326 | 0.343 | 0.669 | -340.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 69 | 216 | 28 | 53 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 27 | 0 | 22 | 39 | 0.245 | -340.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 66 | 0 | 72 | 106 | 14 | 11 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | 3B | 66 | 0 | 72 | 106 | 14 | 11 |
| 1923 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 66 |
| Right Field | 1 |