Bill Whaley

Bill Whaley was a professional baseball player born in 1896, whose career spanned a brief period from 1923 to 1923. He played primarily as a position player, participating in 23 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Whaley recorded 12 hits, achieving a batting average of .240, which, while modest, reflected his contributions to the teams he played for. Over the course of his career, he drove in 1 run and did not hit any home runs, nor did he record any stolen bases. Whaley's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball, a time when the game was beginning to see changes in player dynamics and styles, moving away from the deadball era toward more dynamic offensive play. Although his tenure in the majors was short-lived, his involvement in the sport during this formative time remains part of baseball history. Despite limited statistics, players like Whaley played essential roles in their teams and contributed to the fabric of the game during the early 20th century.