Bill Patton
Born: 10/7/1912 in Cornwall, PA, USA
Died: 3/15/1986 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-06-29 | Final Game: 1935-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: George William Patton
Biography
Bill Patton, born in 1912, was a professional baseball player who made his mark during the mid-1930s. He played as a position player in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 9 games from June 29, 1935, to September 28, 1935. Although his career was brief, Patton showcased his skills at the plate, finishing with a batting average of 0.3. He recorded 3 hits, contributing 2 RBIs to his team's efforts during his tenure in the league.
Patton's playing style reflected the transitional nature of baseball during the 1930s, a period characterized by a shift towards more power-driven offenses and the gradual integration of various playing styles. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his contributions as a role player were part of a broader narrative of the era, where many athletes sought to establish their place in a rapidly evolving game. Despite the limited scope of his career, Bill Patton remains a part of baseball history, representing the foundational years of the sport's development in the United States.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.417 | 0.400 | 0.817 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PHA | AL | 9 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | PHA | C | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia | PA | 1932, 1933, 1934, 1935 |