Bill Norman
Born: 7/16/1910 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 4/21/1962 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-08-08 | Final Game: 1932-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Henry Willis Patrick Norman
Biography
Bill Norman was a professional baseball player born in 1910, whose career spanned from 1931 to 1932. Primarily a position player, Norman played a total of 37 games at the Major League level, during which he recorded 21 hits and achieved a batting average of .204. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed to his team's efforts with 8 runs batted in (RBIs). His career, though brief, took place during a time when baseball was evolving rapidly, transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded style of play.
While Norman's statistics may not reflect a standout career, his presence in the Major Leagues during the early 1930s adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His playing style, characterized by a focus on contact hitting and situational play, mirrored the approaches of many players of that time who adapted to the changing dynamics of the game. Although he did not achieve significant fame, Norman's journey through the Major Leagues serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 103 | 13 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0.204 | 0.248 | 0.272 | 0.520 | -517.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CHW | AL | 24 | 55 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.182 | -347.6 |
| 1932 | CHW | AL | 13 | 48 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.229 | -170.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 30 | 0 | 61 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CHA | OF | 17 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1932 | CHA | OF | 13 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 26 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis University | St. Louis | MO | 1928 |