Willie Royster
Born: 4/11/1954 in Clarksville, VA, USA
Died: 11/23/2015 in Ocean View, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-03 | Final Game: 1981-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Willie Arthur Royster
Biography
Willie Royster, born in 1954, had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned from September 3, 1981, to October 2, 1981. As a position player, he made a total of four appearances in the big leagues. Despite his limited playing time, Royster's journey to the major leagues reflects the tenacity of many players during the early 1980s, an era marked by intense competition and the rise of specialized roles within teams.
Throughout his time in the majors, Royster recorded no hits, home runs, or runs batted in, concluding his career with a batting average of 0.0. While his statistical output may not reflect a lengthy or impactful career, Royster's presence in the league during this period contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the challenges faced by aspiring players in the pursuit of their dreams.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | BAL | AL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | BAL | C | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 4 |