Bill Stein
Born: 1/21/1947 in Battle Creek, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-06 | Final Game: 1985-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Allen Stein
Biography
Bill Stein was a professional baseball player born in 1947, whose career spanned from 1972 to 1985. He established himself as a reliable position player, appearing in a total of 959 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Known for his versatility on the field, Stein showcased a balanced offensive skill set, finishing his career with 751 hits and a batting average of .267. He contributed significantly to his teams with 44 home runs and 311 runs batted in, demonstrating a knack for driving in runs during critical moments.
Stein played in an era characterized by evolving offensive strategies and increasing emphasis on player versatility. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he recorded 16 stolen bases over his career, adding a dynamic element to his style of play. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Stein's contributions to the teams he played for and his consistent performance made him a respected figure in the game during the 1970s and early 1980s. His legacy remains as a testament to the hard work and determination that defined his time in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 959 | 2811 | 268 | 751 | 122 | 18 | 44 | 311 | 16 | 186 | 413 | 0.267 | 0.313 | 0.370 | 0.684 | -2318.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | STL | NL | 14 | 35 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.314 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | STL | NL | 32 | 55 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 0.218 | -165.0 |
| 1974 | CHW | AL | 13 | 43 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 0.279 | 22.8 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 76 | 226 | 23 | 61 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 18 | 32 | 0.270 | -124.4 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 117 | 392 | 32 | 105 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 22 | 67 | 0.268 | -273.9 |
| 1977 | SEA | AL | 151 | 556 | 53 | 144 | 26 | 5 | 13 | 67 | 3 | 29 | 79 | 0.259 | -745.9 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 114 | 403 | 41 | 105 | 24 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 1 | 37 | 56 | 0.261 | -234.4 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 88 | 250 | 28 | 62 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 17 | 28 | 0.248 | -359.0 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 67 | 198 | 16 | 53 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 1 | 16 | 25 | 0.268 | -76.0 |
| 1981 | TEX | AL | 53 | 115 | 21 | 38 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 0.330 | 269.8 |
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 85 | 184 | 14 | 44 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 23 | 0.239 | -540.4 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 78 | 232 | 21 | 72 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 33 | 2 | 8 | 31 | 0.310 | 91.7 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 27 | 43 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.279 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 44 | 79 | 5 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0.253 | -183.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 67 | 44 | 433 | 30 | 1 | 35 |
| 2B | 200 | 145 | 362 | 449 | 25 | 116 |
| 3B | 516 | 452 | 380 | 966 | 71 | 77 |
| OF | 28 | 18 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 13 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | SLN | 3B | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | SLN | OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | SLN | 1B | 2 | 2 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | SLN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | SLN | OF | 10 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHA | 3B | 11 | 10 | 7 | 20 | 4 | 0 |
| 1975 | CHA | 2B | 28 | 25 | 71 | 79 | 4 | 16 |
| 1975 | CHA | 3B | 24 | 18 | 16 | 39 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | CHA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHA | 2B | 58 | 50 | 118 | 143 | 11 | 34 |
| 1976 | CHA | 3B | 58 | 47 | 35 | 98 | 8 | 5 |
| 1976 | CHA | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHA | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SEA | 3B | 147 | 146 | 146 | 255 | 15 | 20 |
| 1977 | SEA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | SEA | 3B | 111 | 110 | 72 | 244 | 24 | 21 |
| 1979 | SEA | 2B | 17 | 11 | 18 | 42 | 0 | 7 |
| 1979 | SEA | 3B | 67 | 52 | 45 | 120 | 7 | 13 |
| 1979 | SEA | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SEA | 1B | 8 | 5 | 51 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 1980 | SEA | 2B | 14 | 14 | 37 | 36 | 1 | 13 |
| 1980 | SEA | 3B | 34 | 27 | 31 | 75 | 3 | 4 |
| 1981 | TEX | 1B | 20 | 15 | 146 | 10 | 0 | 9 |
| 1981 | TEX | 2B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | TEX | 3B | 7 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | TEX | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | TEX | OF | 8 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | TEX | 1B | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | TEX | 2B | 34 | 15 | 46 | 65 | 5 | 21 |
| 1982 | TEX | 3B | 28 | 19 | 13 | 55 | 1 | 5 |
| 1982 | TEX | SS | 6 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | TEX | OF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | TEX | 1B | 23 | 16 | 161 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
| 1983 | TEX | 2B | 32 | 24 | 56 | 62 | 3 | 20 |
| 1983 | TEX | 3B | 10 | 8 | 5 | 28 | 2 | 3 |
| 1984 | TEX | 1B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | TEX | 2B | 11 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 1 | 3 |
| 1984 | TEX | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | 1B | 8 | 6 | 40 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1985 | TEX | 2B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | TEX | 3B | 11 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | TEX | OF | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 67 |
| Second Base | 201 |
| Third Base | 515 |
| Shortstop | 14 |
| Left Field | 15 |
| Right Field | 14 |
| Designated Hitter | 50 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TEX | AL | $250,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $250,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brevard Community College | Cocoa | FL | 1967, 1968 |
| Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Carbondale | IL | 1969 |