Bill Sommers

Bill Sommers was a professional baseball player born in 1923, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from April 25, 1950, to October 1, 1950. Over the course of his brief career, Sommers participated in 65 games, where he recorded 35 hits and achieved a batting average of .255. His contributions to his team included 14 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to drive in runs despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases. Sommers' time in the league came during a transformative era in baseball, where the game was beginning to shift post-World War II. While he may not have achieved the statistical prominence of some contemporaries, his presence on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the time. His career, though short, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the game during a period of change and growth in the sport.