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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | CHC | NL | 70 | 112 | 13 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 21 | 0.223 | -527.2 |
| 1958 | CHC | NL | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 138 | 475 | 58 | 121 | 20 | 9 | 6 | 53 | 1 | 47 | 54 | 0.255 | -266.4 |
| 1961 | CHC | NL | 86 | 113 | 9 | 29 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 15 | 19 | 0.257 | -117.2 |
| 1962 | CHC | NL | 87 | 92 | 6 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 22 | 0.239 | -114.4 |
| 1963 | CHC | NL | 23 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.174 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | CHN | OF | 30 | 17 | 51 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1958 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1960 | CHN | OF | 121 | 112 | 224 | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| 1961 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1961 | CHN | OF | 30 | 13 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | CHN | OF | 9 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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 |