Royle Stillman
Born: 1/2/1951 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-06-22 | Final Game: 1977-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Royle Eldon Stillman
Biography
Royle Stillman, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the mid-1970s. His career spanned from 1975 to 1977, during which he played primarily as a position player. Over the course of 89 games, Stillman accumulated 33 hits, including 3 home runs and 15 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .213. He also showcased his speed on the base paths, recording 2 stolen bases throughout his brief career.
Stillman's playing style was characterized by a blend of power and speed, typical of many players of his era. Although he did not achieve overwhelming statistical success, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the competitive nature of baseball during a time of transition in the sport. The mid-1970s was an era marked by evolving player roles and strategies, and Stillman's presence on the field exemplified the dynamic changes occurring in baseball during that period. After his retirement on October 2, 1977, Stillman's career remains a testament to the dedication and spirit of those who played the game, even if their statistical accomplishments did not place them among the game's greats.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 155 | 19 | 33 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 21 | 28 | 0.213 | 0.305 | 0.329 | 0.634 | -177.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 13 | 14 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | BAL | AL | 20 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | CHW | AL | 56 | 119 | 18 | 25 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 17 | 21 | 0.210 | -177.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 28 | 14 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | BAL | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | BAL | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CHA | OF | 26 | 13 | 42 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 19 |
| Right Field | 9 |
| Designated Hitter | 20 |