Bill Sweeney

Bill Sweeney, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1928 until September 27, 1931. Primarily playing as a position player, Sweeney made a notable impact in the early years of Major League Baseball during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 308 games, amassing 300 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .286. Sweeney's offensive contributions included 5 home runs and 107 runs batted in, complemented by his ability on the base paths, where he recorded 22 stolen bases. Sweeney's playing style was characterized by a solid combination of hitting for average and speed, which made him a valuable asset to his teams during a period when offensive strategies were evolving. Competing in an era that preceded the home run-heavy approach of later decades, Sweeney exemplified the skill set of a contact hitter with a knack for getting on base. His career, though relatively brief, showcased the talent and athleticism that defined the game in the years leading up to the more modern eras of baseball.