Steamboat Williams
Born: 1/31/1892 in Cascade, MT, USA
Died: 6/29/1979 in Deer River, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-07-12 | Final Game: 1916-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Rees Gephardt Williams
Biography
Steamboat Williams was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1892, whose career spanned from 1914 to October 1, 1916. During his time in the Major Leagues, Williams showcased his skills on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 6-8 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.42. He struck out 27 batters and recorded 1 save, contributing to his team's efforts during a period that was characterized by a transition in baseball dynamics, as teams began to explore more specialized pitching roles.
Williams played during an era that saw the game evolving from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented style, and his contributions, though modest in terms of statistics, reflected the challenges and competitiveness of early 20th-century baseball. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Steamboat Williams remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, embodying the spirit of perseverance and dedication that defined many players of his time.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 41 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 116.0 | 134 | 57 | 7 | 33 | 27 | 4.42 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 6.55 | - |
| 1916 | STL | NL | 6 | 7 | 36 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 105.0 | 121 | 49 | 27 | 25 | 4.20 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.286 | 0.240 | 0.526 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | STL | NL | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | STL | NL | 36 | 24 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.208 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 41 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | SLN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | SLN | P | 36 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 5 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 41 |