Bill Moore
Born: 12/12/1901 in Kansas City, MO, USA
Died: 5/24/1972 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-09-07 | Final Game: 1927-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Henry Moore
Biography
Bill Moore was a professional baseball player born in 1901, whose career spanned the 1926 and 1927 seasons. He played primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 49 games during his brief stint in Major League Baseball. Moore finished his career with 18 hits, achieving a batting average of .207. Although he did not record any home runs, he contributed 4 RBIs to his teams, showcasing his ability to drive in runs despite limited opportunities at the plate. Notably, he did not attempt any stolen bases throughout his career.
Moore's playing era came during a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the game's greats, he was part of a significant period in baseball history that saw the emergence of new playing styles and strategies. His time in the Major Leagues, though short, reflects the experiences of many players who navigated the challenges of professional baseball in the 1920s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 87 | 9 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 0.207 | 0.310 | 0.230 | 0.540 | -200.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BOS | AL | 5 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 44 | 69 | 7 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 0.217 | -200.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 47 | 0 | 87 | 36 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BOS | C | 5 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1927 | BOS | C | 42 | 0 | 75 | 30 | 7 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 47 |