Gerald Williams
Born: 8/10/1966 in New Orleans, LA, USA
Died: 2/8/2022 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-09-15 | Final Game: 2005-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Gerald Floyd Williams
Biography
Gerald Williams was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a notable career from 1992 to 2005, primarily serving as an outfielder. Born in 1966, Williams played in a total of 1,168 games over his 13-year career, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the sport. He collected 780 hits, including 85 home runs, and drove in 365 runs, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts. With a career batting average of .255 and 106 stolen bases, Williams was known for his speed on the base paths and his ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
During his career, Williams played in a league experiencing considerable changes, transitioning from the early 1990s into the mid-2000s, a period marked by evolving player dynamics and the increasing importance of power hitting. His contributions were particularly felt in the outfield, where his defensive skills complemented his offensive capabilities. Though not always in the spotlight, Williams left a lasting impression through his hustle and determination, solidifying his role in the fabric of Major League Baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1168 | 3059 | 474 | 780 | 183 | 18 | 85 | 365 | 106 | 180 | 530 | 0.255 | 0.301 | 0.410 | 0.711 | -4477.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 15 | 27 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.296 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | NYY | AL | 42 | 67 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 0.149 | -493.9 |
| 1994 | NYY | AL | 57 | 86 | 19 | 25 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 0.291 | 120.5 |
| 1995 | NYY | AL | 100 | 182 | 33 | 45 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 28 | 4 | 22 | 34 | 0.247 | 113.7 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 26 | 92 | 6 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 18 | 0.207 | -566.2 |
| 1996 | NYY | AL | 99 | 233 | 37 | 63 | 15 | 4 | 5 | 30 | 7 | 15 | 39 | 0.270 | -566.2 |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 155 | 566 | 73 | 143 | 32 | 2 | 10 | 41 | 23 | 19 | 90 | 0.253 | -1835.6 |
| 1998 | ATL | NL | 129 | 266 | 46 | 81 | 19 | 2 | 10 | 44 | 11 | 17 | 48 | 0.305 | 668.5 |
| 1999 | ATL | NL | 143 | 422 | 76 | 116 | 24 | 1 | 17 | 68 | 19 | 33 | 67 | 0.275 | 118.1 |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 146 | 632 | 87 | 173 | 30 | 2 | 21 | 89 | 12 | 34 | 103 | 0.274 | -883.6 |
| 2001 | NYY | AL | 38 | 47 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 0.170 | -317.9 |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 62 | 232 | 30 | 48 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 10 | 13 | 42 | 0.207 | -317.9 |
| 2002 | NYY | AL | 33 | 17 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 27 | 31 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.129 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | NYN | NL | 57 | 129 | 17 | 30 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 26 | 0.233 | -252.2 |
| 2005 | NYN | NL | 39 | 30 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0.233 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 83 | 10 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 0.217 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | NLCS | ATL | 6 | 28 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.179 |
| 1999 | WS | ATL | 4 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.176 |
| 1999 | NLDS1 | ATL | 4 | 18 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.389 |
| 1998 | NLDS1 | ATL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 1998 | NLCS | ATL | 5 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.154 |
| 1995 | ALDS2 | NYA | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1056 | 703 | 1804 | 53 | 33 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NYA | OF | 12 | 7 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | NYA | OF | 37 | 15 | 41 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | NYA | OF | 43 | 23 | 43 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | NYA | OF | 92 | 47 | 138 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | ML4 | OF | 26 | 25 | 75 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | NYA | OF | 92 | 56 | 132 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 | ML4 | OF | 154 | 149 | 357 | 11 | 3 | 4 |
| 1998 | ATL | OF | 120 | 51 | 158 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 | ATL | OF | 139 | 92 | 188 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| 2000 | TBA | OF | 138 | 138 | 349 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 2001 | NYA | OF | 26 | 6 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | TBA | OF | 59 | 56 | 179 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2002 | NYA | OF | 30 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | FLO | OF | 16 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | NYN | OF | 45 | 27 | 51 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | NYN | OF | 27 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 446 |
| Center Field | 453 |
| Right Field | 212 |
| Designated Hitter | 23 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | FLO | NL | $325,000 |
| 2002 | NYA | AL | $2,000,000 |
| 2001 | TBA | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2000 | TBA | AL | $2,373,439 |
| 1999 | ATL | NL | $1,475,000 |
| 1998 | ATL | NL | $1,250,000 |
| 1997 | ML4 | AL | $700,000 |
| 1996 | NYA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1995 | NYA | AL | $125,000 |
| 1994 | NYA | AL | $115,000 |
| 1993 | NYA | AL | $109,000 |
| 1992 | NYA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $11,781,439 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grambling State University | Grambling | LA | 1985, 1986, 1987 |