Bill Sharp
Born: 1/18/1950 in Lima, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-05-26 | Final Game: 1976-09-17
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: William Howard Sharp
Biography
Bill Sharp was a professional baseball player born in 1950, who had a career spanning from 1973 until his retirement on September 17, 1976. Primarily serving as a position player, Sharp made a significant impact on the field over the course of 398 games. He compiled a total of 281 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .255. Throughout his tenure, he recorded 9 home runs and drove in 95 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offensive efforts. His speed on the bases was evident, as he successfully stole 3 bases during his career.
Playing during the transitional period of the early 1970s, Sharp navigated a league that was evolving both in terms of player talent and game strategy. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his era, his consistent performance and versatility made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Sharp's contributions to the game are remembered within the context of a rapidly changing baseball landscape, where the focus on power hitting was beginning to emerge alongside traditional skills.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 398 | 1104 | 122 | 281 | 52 | 8 | 9 | 95 | 3 | 75 | 109 | 0.255 | 0.304 | 0.341 | 0.644 | -1466.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 77 | 196 | 23 | 54 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 22 | 2 | 19 | 28 | 0.276 | 245.3 |
| 1974 | CHW | AL | 100 | 320 | 45 | 81 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 24 | 0 | 25 | 37 | 0.253 | -374.4 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 18 | 35 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | ATL | AL | 125 | 373 | 37 | 95 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 19 | 26 | 0.255 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | ATL | AL | 78 | 180 | 16 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 15 | 0.244 | -552.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 363 | 279 | 774 | 32 | 12 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | CHA | OF | 70 | 54 | 146 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| 1974 | CHA | OF | 99 | 87 | 210 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1975 | CHA | OF | 14 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | ML4 | OF | 124 | 94 | 294 | 12 | 2 | 4 |
| 1976 | ML4 | OF | 56 | 37 | 108 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 91 |
| Center Field | 159 |
| Right Field | 156 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | Columbus | OH | 1970, 1971 |