Bill Schwartz
Born: 4/3/1864 in Jamestown, KY, USA
Died: 12/22/1940 in Newport, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1883-05-03 | Final Game: 1884-08-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: William August Schwartz
Biography
Bill Schwartz, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early years of Major League Baseball. His career spanned from 1883 to 1884, a time when the game was still in its infancy and evolving rapidly. Schwartz appeared in 31 games, where he made a notable impact with a total of 26 hits, culminating in a batting average of .236. His contributions included one home run, although he did not record any runs batted in throughout his brief career. While he did not stand out in terms of stolen bases, Schwartz's presence during this formative period of baseball history reflected the competitive spirit of the era.
Schwartz played during a time when the sport was transitioning from the chaotic days of the 19th century to a more structured form, laying the groundwork for the modern game. Despite his limited time on the field, his involvement in the early leagues contributed to the establishment of professional baseball as a major American pastime. While not a household name, Bill Schwartz's participation in the game during its early days remains a testament to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 110 | 14 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.236 | 0.257 | 0.300 | 0.557 | -119.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | CL5 | AA | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | CNU | UA | 29 | 106 | 14 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.236 | -119.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| C | 26 | 0 | 158 | 35 | 40 | 1 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | CL5 | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1883 | CL5 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1884 | CNU | C | 25 | 0 | 155 | 35 | 37 | 1 |
| 1884 | CNU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1884 | CNU | OF | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 26 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |