Bill Morrell
Born: 4/9/1893 in Hyde Park, MA, USA
Died: 8/5/1975 in Birmingham, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-04-20 | Final Game: 1931-08-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Willard Blackmer Morrell
Biography
Bill Morrell, born in 1893, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1926 to 1931. Morrell made his mark in the Major Leagues during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven style of play. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 8 wins and 6 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.64. His pitching prowess was complemented by a total of 35 strikeouts and 2 saves, showcasing his ability to strike out batters and preserve leads in critical moments.
Morrell’s tenure in baseball coincided with significant developments in the sport, including the growing popularity of the home run and the increasing competitiveness of the leagues. While not among the most celebrated pitchers of his time, he contributed to his teams with solid performances on the mound. His career, which came to an end on August 5, 1931, reflects the challenges and dynamics faced by pitchers during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 6 | 48 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 143.7 | 172 | 74 | 9 | 57 | 35 | 4.64 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | WSN | AL | 3 | 3 | 26 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 69.7 | 83 | 41 | 29 | 16 | 5.30 | - |
| 1930 | NY1 | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1.12 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | NY1 | NL | 5 | 3 | 20 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.0 | 83 | 32 | 27 | 16 | 4.36 | -871.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 37 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.162 | 0.262 | 0.162 | 0.424 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | WSN | AL | 26 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | NY1 | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | NY1 | NL | 20 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 48 | 0 | 11 | 26 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | WS1 | P | 26 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | NY1 | P | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | NY1 | P | 20 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 48 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell Technological Institute | Lowell | MA | 1916 |
| Tufts University | Medford | MA | 1920, 1921, 1922, 1923 |