Bill Ramsey
Born: 2/20/1920 in Osceola, AR, USA
Died: 1/4/2008 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-04-19 | Final Game: 1945-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: William Thrace Ramsey
Biography
Bill Ramsey was a professional baseball player born in 1920, who played as a position player in the Major Leagues during a brief yet notable career from 1945. He made his mark in the league during a transitional period just after World War II, when baseball was regaining momentum and drawing fans back to the ballparks. Over the course of his career, Ramsey participated in 78 games, showcasing his skills primarily with a bat that yielded a .292 batting average. His offensive contributions included 40 hits, 1 home run, and 12 RBIs, reflecting a solid performance during his time on the field.
Ramsey's playing style was characterized by his ability to make consistent contact, as demonstrated by his batting average, which placed him above the league average of the era. He also displayed some speed on the bases, finishing his career with 1 stolen base. Although his time in the majors was relatively short, his contributions were part of a larger narrative of baseball's resurgence in the post-war years, as the sport began to evolve and attract a new generation of fans. Bill Ramsey's legacy, while not extensively highlighted in the annals of baseball history, offers a glimpse into the lives of players who contributed to the game during a pivotal time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 137 | 16 | 40 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 0.292 | 0.326 | 0.372 | 0.699 | 25.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BSN | NL | 78 | 137 | 16 | 40 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 0.292 | 25.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 43 | 0 | 78 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BSN | OF | 43 | 0 | 78 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 30 |
| Center Field | 13 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | Gainesville | FL | 1939, 1940 |