Jeff DeWillis

Born: 4/13/1965 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1987-04-19 | Final Game: 1987-06-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Allen DeWillis

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Biography

Jeff DeWillis, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the late 1980s. He played as a position player for a short stint from April 19, 1987, to June 3, 1987. Although his time in the league was limited to just 13 games, DeWillis made his mark by showcasing his potential with a blend of power and versatility. He recorded 3 hits during his time at the plate, which included a notable home run, contributing 2 RBIs to his team. DeWillis’s batting average finished at .12, reflecting the challenges he faced in establishing himself in the competitive landscape of MLB during a period characterized by a transition towards more offensive play. Despite his limited opportunities, DeWillis remains a part of baseball history, representing the aspirations of many players who strive for success in the majors, even if their careers are brief. After his tenure in the big leagues, he left a legacy as one of the many players who experienced the highs and lows of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
13	25	2	3	1	0	1	2	0	2	12	0.120	0.185	0.280	0.465	0.0

Career AVG .120 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 54.4% below league average.

Career OBP .185 vs. league average .331 across their career seasons — 44.1% below league average.

Career SLG .280 vs. league average .415 across their career seasons — 32.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.465 vs. league average 0.747 across their career seasons — 37.7% 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
1987	TOR	AL	13	25	2	3	1	0	1	2	0	2	12	0.120	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	13	10	49	5	2	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1987	TOR	C	13	10	49	5	2	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	13