Bill Plummer
Born: 3/21/1947 in Oakland, CA, USA
Died: 3/12/2024 in Redding, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-04-19 | Final Game: 1978-09-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: William Francis Plummer
Biography
Bill Plummer was a professional baseball player born in 1947, who enjoyed a career in Major League Baseball from 1968 to 1978. Primarily recognized as a position player, Plummer played in 367 games over his decade-long career. He recorded 168 hits and 14 home runs, accumulating 82 runs batted in, and finished with a batting average of .188. Known for his versatility on the field, Plummer also contributed with 4 stolen bases, showcasing a blend of speed and agility despite his lower batting average.
Plummer's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the advent of the designated hitter rule in the American League and the ongoing evolution of player training and conditioning. While not a superstar, Plummer's presence in the game during the late 1960s and 1970s added depth to the rosters of teams he played for, including the Cincinnati Reds and the California Angels. His experience in the league and his ability to adapt to different roles made him a valuable teammate, contributing to the development of the game during a pivotal time in its history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 367 | 892 | 72 | 168 | 37 | 1 | 14 | 82 | 4 | 95 | 191 | 0.188 | 0.267 | 0.279 | 0.546 | -2887.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | CIN | NL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | CIN | NL | 10 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | CIN | NL | 38 | 102 | 8 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.186 | -467.4 |
| 1973 | CIN | NL | 50 | 119 | 8 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 18 | 26 | 0.151 | -564.4 |
| 1974 | CIN | NL | 50 | 120 | 7 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 0.225 | -347.4 |
| 1975 | CIN | NL | 65 | 159 | 17 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 1 | 24 | 28 | 0.182 | -629.4 |
| 1976 | CIN | NL | 56 | 153 | 16 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 14 | 36 | 0.248 | 29.1 |
| 1977 | CIN | NL | 51 | 117 | 10 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 34 | 0.137 | -782.8 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 41 | 93 | 6 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 19 | 0.215 | -125.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 9 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 343 | 247 | 1283 | 92 | 23 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHN | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | CIN | C | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | CIN | C | 4 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | CIN | 3B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | CIN | C | 36 | 28 | 148 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1972 | CIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1972 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CIN | C | 42 | 33 | 170 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 1973 | CIN | 3B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | CIN | C | 49 | 33 | 208 | 13 | 6 | 1 |
| 1974 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | CIN | C | 63 | 45 | 186 | 14 | 2 | 5 |
| 1976 | CIN | C | 54 | 40 | 235 | 21 | 6 | 1 |
| 1977 | CIN | C | 50 | 31 | 194 | 15 | 3 | 3 |
| 1978 | SEA | C | 40 | 33 | 127 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 343 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shasta College | Redding | CA | 1965 |