Bill Renna
Born: 10/14/1924 in Hanford, CA, USA
Died: 7/19/2014 in San Jose, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1953-04-14 | Final Game: 1959-05-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 218 lbs
Full name: William Beneditto Renna
Biography
Bill Renna was a professional baseball player born in 1924, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1953 until 1959. Over the course of his career, Renna appeared in 370 games, showcasing his talents with a batting average of .239. He accumulated 219 hits, including 28 home runs and 119 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his steady presence at the plate, Renna contributed to his teams with a blend of power and consistency, and he also displayed speed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases.
Renna's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by the post-war expansion of the game and the growing popularity of the sport. He played for several teams, making a notable impact in the outfield and as a reliable hitter. Though his statistics may not place him among the all-time greats, Renna's contributions to the teams he played for were significant during his time, helping to shape the competitive landscape of the 1950s baseball scene. His legacy is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the talent and determination of players from that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 370 | 918 | 123 | 219 | 36 | 10 | 28 | 119 | 2 | 99 | 166 | 0.239 | 0.315 | 0.391 | 0.707 | -387.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | NYY | AL | 61 | 121 | 19 | 38 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 13 | 31 | 0.314 | 344.2 |
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 123 | 422 | 52 | 98 | 15 | 4 | 13 | 53 | 1 | 41 | 60 | 0.232 | -553.6 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 100 | 249 | 33 | 53 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 28 | 0 | 31 | 42 | 0.213 | -450.1 |
| 1956 | KC1 | AL | 33 | 48 | 12 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0.271 | 36.1 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 39 | 56 | 5 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 0.268 | 236.4 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 14 | 22 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 277 | 196 | 441 | 19 | 10 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | NYA | OF | 40 | 0 | 57 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1954 | PHA | OF | 115 | 113 | 226 | 13 | 7 | 5 |
| 1955 | KC1 | OF | 79 | 62 | 118 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1956 | KC1 | OF | 25 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1958 | BOS | OF | 11 | 9 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | BOS | OF | 7 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 81 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 192 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo College | Atherton | CA | 1946 |
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara | CA | 1947, 1948, 1949 |