Bill Parsons, baseball player, 1971-1974

Bill Parsons

Born: 8/17/1948 in Riverside, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1971-04-13 | Final Game: 1974-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: William Raymond Parsons

Biography

Bill Parsons, born in 1948, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1971 to 1974. Making his mark during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, Parsons was noted for his competitiveness on the mound and his ability to navigate the challenges of the era. He finished his career with a record of 29 wins and 36 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.89, and a total of 282 strikeouts. Despite not recording any saves, Parsons established himself as a reliable presence in the pitching rotation. In recognition of his potential and impact, Parsons received the TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year award, highlighting his promising start in the league. His playing style showcased a blend of skill and determination, characteristic of pitchers of his time. Though his career was relatively brief, Parsons contributed to the game during a period marked by the emergence of new talent and evolving strategies on the field. His legacy lives on as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
29 36 93 82 22 6 0 520.3 473 225 52 231 282 3.89 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
93 139 8 23 4 0 1 15 0 11 61 0.165 0.224 0.216 0.440 -786.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 93 82 32 65 1 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 93

Awards & Honors

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Riverside Community College Riverside CA 1968
University of Utah Salt Lake City UT 1967

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1971 Rookie of the Year AL 2nd 5.0 24 5