Reggie Williams
Born: 8/29/1960 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-09-02 | Final Game: 1988-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Reginald Dewayne Williams
Biography
Reggie Williams, born in 1960, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1988. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 200 games as a position player. Williams showcased a solid batting average of .259, accumulating 98 hits and 39 runs batted in. Known for his speed on the base paths, he recorded 11 stolen bases and hit 5 home runs, demonstrating a blend of contact hitting and occasional power.
Williams played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by an increased emphasis on athleticism and speed. He contributed to his teams with a versatile playing style, offering both offensive capabilities and defensive reliability. While Williams may not have achieved the star status of some contemporaries, his dedication to the game and consistent performance in a competitive environment left a lasting impact on his teammates and fans alike. After retiring from professional play on October 2, 1988, Williams' contributions to the sport continued to be remembered by those who followed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | 379 | 52 | 98 | 16 | 2 | 5 | 39 | 11 | 28 | 76 | 0.259 | 0.311 | 0.351 | 0.662 | -96.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 22 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 128 | 303 | 35 | 84 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 32 | 9 | 23 | 57 | 0.277 | -96.3 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 39 | 36 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 11 | 31 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 180 | 104 | 221 | 7 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAN | OF | 15 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | LAN | OF | 124 | 88 | 179 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1987 | LAN | OF | 30 | 8 | 21 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | CLE | OF | 11 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 64 |
| Center Field | 87 |
| Right Field | 48 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $60,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University and A&M College | Baton Rouge | LA | 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 |