Bill McGee, baseball player, 1935-1942

Bill McGee

Born: 11/16/1909 in Batchtown, IL, USA

Died: 2/11/1987 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1935-09-29 | Final Game: 1942-09-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: William Henry McGee

Biography

Bill McGee was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1909, who played in Major League Baseball from 1935 until 1942. Over the course of his career, McGee compiled a record of 46 wins and 41 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.74. He struck out a total of 340 batters and achieved 6 saves, showcasing his ability to not only start games but also to come in as a reliable reliever when needed. McGee's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. His pitching style was marked by a solid command of the strike zone and an ability to induce ground balls, contributing to his effectiveness on the mound. Despite not being a household name, McGee's contributions to his teams were significant, and he remains a noteworthy figure in the annals of early 20th-century baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
46 41 197 102 31 9 6 853.0 861 354 53 355 340 3.74 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
197 271 13 46 6 0 0 20 0 5 56 0.170 0.188 0.192 0.380 -1504.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 197 0 31 147 6 7

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 197