Walt Williams
Born: 12/19/1943 in Brownwood, TX, USA
Died: 1/23/2016 in Abilene, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-04-21 | Final Game: 1975-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Walter Allen Williams
Biography
Walt Williams, born in 1943, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1964 to 1975. Known primarily as an outfielder, Williams played in a total of 842 games over his eleven-season tenure in Major League Baseball. He showcased his versatility and speed on the field, finishing his career with a batting average of .270, 640 hits, 33 home runs, and 173 RBIs. His ability to steal bases was notable, accumulating 34 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Williams made his debut during an era of significant change in baseball, transitioning from the post-deadball era into a time when offensive production began to rise. His playing style was characterized by an aggressive approach at the plate and a knack for getting on base, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Over the course of his career, he contributed to the success of various clubs, leaving a lasting impact as a reliable position player in the league before retiring on September 22, 1975.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 842 | 2373 | 284 | 640 | 106 | 11 | 33 | 173 | 34 | 126 | 211 | 0.270 | 0.310 | 0.365 | 0.675 | -796.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | HOU | NL | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | CHW | AL | 104 | 275 | 35 | 66 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 20 | 0.240 | -208.2 |
| 1968 | CHW | AL | 63 | 133 | 6 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0.241 | -217.7 |
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 135 | 471 | 59 | 143 | 22 | 1 | 3 | 32 | 6 | 26 | 33 | 0.304 | 325.4 |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 110 | 315 | 43 | 79 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 3 | 19 | 30 | 0.251 | -659.8 |
| 1971 | CHW | AL | 114 | 361 | 43 | 106 | 17 | 3 | 8 | 35 | 5 | 24 | 27 | 0.294 | 776.5 |
| 1972 | CHW | AL | 77 | 221 | 22 | 55 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 13 | 20 | 0.249 | -350.6 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 104 | 350 | 43 | 101 | 15 | 1 | 8 | 38 | 9 | 14 | 29 | 0.289 | 68.1 |
| 1974 | NYY | AL | 43 | 53 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0.113 | -586.5 |
| 1975 | NYY | AL | 82 | 185 | 27 | 52 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 23 | 0.281 | 55.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 565 | 482 | 913 | 52 | 19 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | HOU | OF | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CHA | OF | 73 | 58 | 112 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 1968 | CHA | OF | 34 | 30 | 47 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1969 | CHA | OF | 111 | 108 | 183 | 13 | 3 | 4 |
| 1970 | CHA | OF | 79 | 65 | 119 | 12 | 7 | 1 |
| 1971 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | CHA | OF | 90 | 83 | 157 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1972 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | CHA | OF | 57 | 50 | 93 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1973 | CLE | OF | 61 | 58 | 123 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 1974 | NYA | OF | 24 | 6 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | NYA | 2B | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | NYA | OF | 31 | 22 | 55 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 242 |
| Center Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 342 |
| Designated Hitter | 49 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| City College of San Francisco | San Francisco | CA | 1963 |