Bill Clarkson, baseball player, 1927-1929

Bill Clarkson

Born: 9/27/1898 in Portsmouth, VA, USA

Died: 8/27/1971 in Raleigh, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1927-05-02 | Final Game: 1929-10-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: William Henry Clarkson

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Biography

Bill Clarkson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1927 to 1929. Born in 1898, Clarkson's career unfolded during a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused style. He made his debut in 1927 and spent three seasons in the big leagues, primarily known for his right-handed pitching. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 3-12, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.44, reflecting the challenges he faced on the mound. In his tenure, Clarkson struck out 39 batters and recorded 2 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute in high-pressure situations despite his overall record. While his career statistics may not have placed him among the elite pitchers of his time, Clarkson's determination and resilience were characteristic of many players in this era who navigated the complexities of a rapidly evolving game. His contributions to the teams he played for remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
3 12 51 9 2 0 2 134.0 171 81 5 79 39 5.44 0

Career ERA 5.44 vs. league average 4.27 across their career seasons — 27.4% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1927 NY1 NL 3 9 26 7 2 0 2 86.7 92 42 52 28 4.36 4.08 (-7%) -1426.2
1928 NY1 NL 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 5.7 10 5 1 3 7.94 — 0.0
1928 BSN NL 0 2 19 1 0 0 0 34.7 53 26 22 8 6.75 4.13 (-63%) -1081.9
1929 BSN NL 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 7.0 16 8 4 0 10.29 — 0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
53 25 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 4 8 0.080 0.207 0.080 0.287 0.0

Career AVG .080 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 71.8% below league average.

Career OBP .207 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — 40.3% below league average.

Career SLG .080 vs. league average .401 across their career seasons — 80.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.287 vs. league average 0.748 across their career seasons — 61.6% 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
1927 NY1 NL 28 20 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 7 0.050 — — — — 0.0
1928 NY1 NL 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1928 BSN NL 19 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1929 BSN NL 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.500 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 51 0 5 37 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1927 NY1 P 26 0 2 20 0 0
1928 NY1 P 4 0 0 1 0 0
1928 BSN P 19 0 2 14 1 1
1929 BSN P 2 0 1 2 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 51