Bill Burgo

Born: 11/15/1919 in Johnstown, PA, USA

Died: 10/19/1988 in Morgan City, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 1943-09-22 | Final Game: 1944-06-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: William Ross Burgo

📊 Compare This Player 📈 View Career Timeline

Biography

Bill Burgo, born in 1919, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues during a brief but impactful career spanning from 1943 to 1944. Primarily a position player, Burgo showcased his talent in 44 games, where he distinguished himself with a batting average of .297. His offensive contributions included 47 hits, 2 home runs, and 12 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to make significant plays at the plate. Additionally, he added a layer of speed to his game, successfully stealing one base during his career. Playing during the World War II era, when many star players were serving in the military, Burgo's contributions were particularly notable as he filled the gaps left by those away from the game. His performance not only reflected the competitive spirit of the time but also illustrated the depth of talent that emerged in the majors during this challenging period. While his career was relatively short, Burgo's proficiency and batting prowess left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, solidifying his place in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
44	158	18	47	6	2	2	12	1	11	4	0.297	0.362	0.399	0.761	312.7

Career AVG .297 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — +15.0% above league average.

Career OBP .362 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — +11.3% above league average.

Career SLG .399 vs. league average .352 across their career seasons — +13.3% above league average.

Career OPS 0.761 vs. league average 0.677 across their career seasons — +12.3% above 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
1943	PHA	AL	17	70	12	26	4	2	1	9	0	4	1	0.371	.255 (+45%)	.324 (+30%)	.346 (+53%)	.671 (+41%)	432.8
1944	PHA	AL	27	88	6	21	2	0	1	3	1	7	3	0.239	.261 (-9%)	.325 (-3%)	.357 (-17%)	.683 (-10%)	-120.1