Bill Steinecke
Born: 2/7/1907 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
Died: 7/20/1986 in St. Augustine, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-09-16 | Final Game: 1931-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: William Robert Steinecke
Biography
Bill Steinecke, born in 1907, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from September 16 to September 24, 1931. Steinecke played as a position player and made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time when the sport was transitioning towards a greater emphasis on power hitting and speed. Although he appeared in only four games, his journey into the big leagues reflects the challenges faced by many players during the early 1930s.
Throughout his short stint in the majors, Steinecke struggled to find his footing at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0, having recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs. Despite these statistics, his participation in the league during this era is a testament to his skill and determination, as the competition was fierce and the pathway to the majors was often fraught with obstacles. While his name may not resonate with baseball fans today, Bill Steinecke's brief appearance in the big leagues serves as a reminder of the countless players who have aspired to reach baseball's highest level.
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 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PIT | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |