William Bestick

MLB Debut: 1872-06-20 | Final Game: 1872-07-09

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Biography

William Bestick was a professional baseball player who competed in the early days of Major League Baseball, making his mark in a brief career that spanned from June 20 to July 9, 1872. As a position player, Bestick participated in just four games during the inaugural season of the National Association, the first professional baseball league. Despite the short duration of his career, he made an impact by recording four hits, which resulted in a batting average of .286. His performance showcased the early development of offensive skills in baseball, illustrating a time when players were still navigating the evolving dynamics of the game. Bestick's career occurred during a pivotal moment in baseball history, as the sport was transitioning from local amateur clubs to professional teams. In an era marked by the growing popularity of baseball, Bestick's contributions, although limited in scope, reflect the enthusiasm and challenges of players who laid the groundwork for future generations. With no home runs or runs batted in recorded during his time on the field, Bestick's achievements nonetheless highlight the importance of each player's role in the rich tapestry of baseball history. His brief stint serves as a reminder of the early days of the sport and the players who participated in its formative years.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
4 14 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.286 0.286 0.286 0.571 0.0

Career AVG .286 vs. league average .285 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .286 vs. league average .297 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .286 vs. league average .348 across their career seasons — 17.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.571 vs. league average 0.645 across their career seasons — 11.4% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1872 BR1 4 14 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.286 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 4 3 15 4 6 0
SS 1 0 1 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1872 BR1 C 4 3 15 4 6 0
1872 BR1 SS 1 0 1 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 3