Bill Black

Born: 8/12/1899 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 1/14/1968 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1924-05-04 | Final Game: 1924-05-23

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: John William Black

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Biography

Bill Black was a professional baseball player born in 1899, whose brief Major League career spanned from May 4, 1924, to May 23, 1924. Primarily serving as a position player, Black's tenure in the big leagues was marked by limited opportunities, appearing in just six games. During this time, he recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.2. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, Black's presence on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball. Playing at a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded approach, Black's career was short-lived, reflecting the competitive nature of Major League Baseball during the 1920s. His experience, though minimal in terms of statistics, symbolizes the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the sport. While his numbers may not stand out, Bill Black's story is a reminder of the many individuals who contributed to the history of baseball, each with their unique journey in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	0.200	0.200	0.400	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 29.5% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 42.1% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .390 across their career seasons — 48.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.400 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 45.6% 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
1924	CHW	AL	6	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	1	0	0	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1924	CHA	2B	1	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Second Base	1