Rick Williams
Born: 11/9/1952 in Merced, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-06-12 | Final Game: 1979-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Richard Allen Williams
Biography
Rick Williams was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball during the late 1970s. Born in 1952, Williams made his debut on April 6, 1978, and showcased his talent on the mound until his final game on September 26, 1979. Over the course of his brief career, he compiled a win-loss record of 5-9 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.58, reflecting his ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams.
Known for his competitive spirit and effective pitching style, Williams recorded a total of 54 strikeouts throughout his career. Although he did not achieve any saves, his contributions as a starting and relief pitcher were significant for the teams he represented. Williams played during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to more offensive-minded gameplay, and his performances contributed to the evolving strategies of pitching in the late 20th century. Despite a relatively short career, Rick Williams remains a part of baseball history, remembered for his dedication and the skills he brought to the diamond.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 48 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 156.0 | 165 | 62 | 8 | 40 | 54 | 3.58 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | HOU | NL | 1 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.7 | 43 | 18 | 10 | 17 | 4.67 | 408.1 |
| 1979 | HOU | NL | 4 | 7 | 31 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 121.3 | 122 | 44 | 30 | 37 | 3.26 | 1385.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 36 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0.222 | 0.282 | 0.250 | 0.532 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | HOU | NL | 17 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | HOU | NL | 31 | 31 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 48 | 17 | 4 | 30 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | HOU | P | 17 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | HOU | P | 31 | 16 | 3 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 48 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced College | Merced | CA | 1971, 1972 |