Bob Will, baseball player, 1957-1963

Bob Will

Born: 7/15/1931 in Berwyn, IL, USA

Died: 8/11/2011 in Woodstock, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1957-04-16 | Final Game: 1963-06-12

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Robert Lee Will

Biography

Bob Will was a professional baseball player born in 1931, whose career spanned from 1957 until 1963. Primarily serving as a position player, Will played a total of 410 games in Major League Baseball, showcasing his skills primarily in the outfield. During his time in the league, he recorded 202 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .247. His offensive prowess included hitting 9 home runs and driving in 87 runs, while also demonstrating base-running capabilities with 2 stolen bases. Will played during an era that was marked by significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have been among the most prominent stars of his time, his contributions to his teams were valuable, and he left a lasting impact on the players and fans who followed his career. After his retirement on June 12, 1963, Will's legacy continued as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the spirit and competitive nature of the game during the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
410 819 87 202 35 9 9 87 2 83 119 0.247 0.314 0.344 0.659 -1025.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 2 13 0 1 2
OF 191 148 322 11 4 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Left Field 13
Center Field 30
Right Field 149

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato MN 1952, 1953, 1954