Fred Williams

Fred Williams was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned the 1945 season. His time in the league was marked by the unique challenges and circumstances of World War II, which saw many players enlist in the military, opening opportunities for others like Williams. He made his debut on April 19, 1945, and concluded his major league tenure on July 8 of the same year. Over the course of 16 games, Williams recorded 4 hits and finished with a batting average of .211. He did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs during his short stint in the majors, and he did not steal any bases. Although his playing time was limited, Williams's presence in the league during this period contributed to the depth of talent that emerged as baseball experienced a transitional phase, paving the way for the post-war era and the eventual integration of the sport. His brief career remains a testament to the diverse array of players who contributed to baseball during a tumultuous time in American history.