Bill Stuart
Born: 8/28/1873 in Boalsburg, PA, USA
Died: 10/14/1928 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1895-08-15 | Final Game: 1899-09-07
Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Alexander Stuart
Biography
Bill Stuart was a professional baseball player born in 1873, who played primarily as a position player during the late 19th century. His major league career spanned from 1895 until his final game on September 7, 1899. Over the course of 20 games, Stuart accumulated 19 hits, achieving a batting average of .237. While he did not hit any home runs, he drove in 10 runs and successfully stole 2 bases, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite a relatively brief playing career.
Stuart's tenure in Major League Baseball coincided with a transformative period in the sport, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded play that would emerge in the following decades. Though his career numbers may not highlight him as a standout player, his presence on the field during this era reflects the evolving nature of baseball, as players began to adapt their skills and strategies in response to changing game dynamics.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 80 | 5 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0.237 | 0.265 | 0.275 | 0.540 | -358.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | PIT | NL | 19 | 77 | 5 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0.247 | -358.5 |
| 1899 | NY1 | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 17 | 0 | 35 | 59 | 9 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | PIT | 2B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1895 | PIT | SS | 17 | 0 | 35 | 59 | 9 | 5 |
| 1899 | NY1 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 17 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | State College | PA | 1893, 1894, 1895 |