Billy McMillon
Born: 11/17/1971 in Alamogordo, NM, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-07-26 | Final Game: 2004-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: William Edward McMillon
Biography
Billy McMillon was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who had a career spanning from 1996 to 2004. Primarily serving as a position player, McMillon appeared in 269 games in Major League Baseball. He was known for his solid offensive contributions, finishing his career with 149 hits, 16 home runs, and 93 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .248. His versatility and ability to perform in various roles on the field added depth to the teams he played for during his time in the league.
McMillon played in an era characterized by evolving player dynamics and offensive strategies, contributing to his teams with not only power but also speed, as evidenced by his 4 stolen bases. Though his career spanned just eight years, McMillon made an impact during a period when the game was transitioning towards more power-oriented play, and he was part of the lively competition that defined the late 1990s and early 2000s in Major League Baseball. His journey through the league remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 269 | 601 | 66 | 149 | 35 | 3 | 16 | 93 | 4 | 64 | 140 | 0.248 | 0.322 | 0.396 | 0.718 | -175.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | MIA | NL | 28 | 51 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.216 | -294.6 |
| 1997 | MIA | NL | 13 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 24 | 72 | 10 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 17 | 0.292 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | DET | AL | 46 | 123 | 20 | 37 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 19 | 19 | 0.301 | 235.6 |
| 2001 | DET | AL | 20 | 34 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.088 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | OAK | AL | 20 | 58 | 6 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 0.293 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 66 | 153 | 15 | 41 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 0 | 19 | 36 | 0.268 | 236.8 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 52 | 92 | 10 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 22 | 0.185 | -419.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.167 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | ALDS2 | OAK | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.167 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 133 | 96 | 188 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | FLO | OF | 15 | 10 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | FLO | OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PHI | OF | 21 | 19 | 42 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 | DET | OF | 15 | 9 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | DET | OF | 7 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | OAK | OF | 16 | 14 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | 1B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | OF | 36 | 27 | 47 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | OAK | 1B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | OAK | OF | 21 | 13 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 109 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 25 |
| Designated Hitter | 43 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $450,000 |
| 2001 | DET | AL | $260,000 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | $153,000 |
| 1996 | FLO | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $972,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Clemson | SC | 1991, 1992, 1993 |