Bill McGill
Born: 6/29/1880 in Galva, KS, USA
Died: 8/7/1959 in Alva, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1907-09-16 | Final Game: 1907-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William Jacob McGill
Biography
Bill McGill was a professional baseball pitcher active in the early 20th century, with a career spanning from 1907 to 1909. Born in 1880, McGill made his mark in the sport during a period that saw the game transitioning from the deadball era toward a more offensive style of play. He played for a brief period, but his contributions were noteworthy in a time when the landscape of baseball was rapidly evolving.
McGill finished his career with a record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.44 over his limited appearances on the mound. He recorded a total of 8 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to put batters away despite the brevity of his time in the major leagues. While he did not secure any saves, his presence in the game during its formative years adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the diverse paths of those who have played the game at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3.44 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | SLA | AL | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 22 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 3.44 | 399.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | SLA | AL | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | SLA | P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends University | Wichita | KS | 1904, 1905 |
| Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Alva | OK | 1903 |