George Williams
Born: 4/22/1969 in La Crosse, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-07-14 | Final Game: 2000-09-13
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: George Erik Williams
Biography
George Williams, born in 1969, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1995 to 2000. Primarily serving as a position player, he appeared in a total of 172 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Williams recorded 104 hits and achieved a batting average of .243, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively during his tenure on the field. His power was evident with 10 home runs and 48 runs batted in, reflecting a solid, if not spectacular, presence in the lineup.
Williams played during a transformative era in baseball characterized by a surge in offensive output and the growing influence of power hitters. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to his teams were significant in their own right. Notably, he retired with a career that highlighted the challenges and triumphs faced by players striving to make their mark in a competitive sport. With no stolen bases to his name, Williams focused on his hitting and defensive skills, leaving a lasting impression on the teams he represented.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | 428 | 62 | 104 | 19 | 2 | 10 | 48 | 0 | 74 | 103 | 0.243 | 0.362 | 0.367 | 0.729 | -42.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | OAK | AL | 29 | 79 | 13 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 21 | 0.291 | 228.6 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 56 | 132 | 17 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 28 | 32 | 0.152 | -572.5 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 76 | 201 | 30 | 58 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 35 | 46 | 0.289 | 301.3 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 11 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 129 | 92 | 565 | 48 | 12 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | OAK | C | 13 | 9 | 58 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | OAK | C | 43 | 26 | 154 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 | OAK | C | 67 | 55 | 337 | 27 | 6 | 3 |
| 2000 | SDN | C | 6 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 129 |
| Designated Hitter | 22 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | OAK | AL | $215,000 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | $165,000 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $115,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $495,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| MiraCosta College | Oceanside | CA | 1989 |
| Des Moines Area Community College | Boone | IA | 1988 |
| University of Texas Pan American | Edinburg | TX | 1990, 1991 |