Bill Renna, baseball player, 1953-1959

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

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

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