Bill Regan
Born: 1/23/1899 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 6/11/1968 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-06-02 | Final Game: 1931-06-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: William Wright Regan
Biography
Bill Regan, born in 1899, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1926 to June 2, 1931. Over the course of 641 games, Regan established himself as a reliable hitter, accumulating 632 hits and achieving a batting average of .267. His offensive contributions included 18 home runs and 292 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs during crucial moments. Regan also demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 38 stolen bases, which was a commendable feat during an era that valued both power and agility on the field.
Regan played in a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a period of increasing offensive production. His ability to adapt to the changing dynamics of baseball made him a valuable asset to his teams. While he may not have garnered the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Regan's consistent performance and dedication to the game left a lasting impact in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 641 | 2364 | 236 | 632 | 158 | 36 | 18 | 292 | 38 | 122 | 245 | 0.267 | 0.306 | 0.387 | 0.694 | -4503.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BOS | AL | 108 | 403 | 40 | 106 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 6 | 23 | 37 | 0.263 | -744.2 |
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 129 | 468 | 43 | 128 | 37 | 10 | 2 | 66 | 10 | 26 | 51 | 0.274 | -391.3 |
| 1928 | BOS | AL | 138 | 511 | 53 | 135 | 30 | 6 | 7 | 75 | 9 | 21 | 40 | 0.264 | -991.2 |
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 104 | 371 | 38 | 107 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 54 | 7 | 22 | 38 | 0.288 | -439.0 |
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 134 | 507 | 54 | 135 | 35 | 10 | 3 | 53 | 4 | 25 | 60 | 0.266 | -1466.2 |
| 1931 | PIT | NL | 28 | 104 | 8 | 21 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 19 | 0.202 | -471.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 610 | 0 | 1404 | 2068 | 138 | 401 |
| 3B | 12 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BOS | 2B | 106 | 0 | 264 | 391 | 24 | 66 |
| 1927 | BOS | 2B | 121 | 0 | 283 | 397 | 28 | 76 |
| 1928 | BOS | 2B | 137 | 0 | 293 | 469 | 29 | 87 |
| 1928 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | BOS | 2B | 91 | 0 | 193 | 282 | 19 | 66 |
| 1929 | BOS | 3B | 10 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 2 |
| 1930 | BOS | 2B | 127 | 0 | 308 | 439 | 29 | 92 |
| 1930 | BOS | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | PIT | 2B | 28 | 0 | 63 | 90 | 9 | 14 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 611 |
| Third Base | 11 |
| Right Field | 1 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 25th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1927 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 22th | 2.0 | 64 | 0 |