Rick Williams, baseball player, 1978-1979

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

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 48

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Merced College Merced CA 1971, 1972