Bill Eagle

Born: 7/25/1877 in Rockville, MD, USA

Died: 4/27/1951 in Churchton, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 1898-08-20 | Final Game: 1898-08-22

Full name: William Lycurgus Eagle

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Biography

Bill Eagle, born in 1877, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief yet notable period from 1898 to 1908. Primarily serving as a position player, Eagle made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, transitioning from the early days of the National League into a more organized and commercially viable sport. Although his time in the majors was limited to just four games, he showcased a respectable batting average of .308, indicating his ability to make contact and contribute offensively during his short stint. In those four games, Eagle recorded four hits and drove in two runs, demonstrating his potential as a capable hitter. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his performance in a limited capacity reflects the challenges many players faced during the late 19th century, a period characterized by its own unique style of play and the initial stages of professional baseball. Although not widely remembered in the annals of baseball history, Eagle's contributions during the formative years of the sport remain a part of its rich tapestry, highlighting the diverse backgrounds and talents of players who laid the groundwork for future generations.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
4	13	0	4	1	0	0	2	0	0	0	0.308	0.308	0.385	0.692	0.0

Career AVG .308 vs. league average .271 across their career seasons — +13.7% above league average.

Career OBP .308 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 7.8% below league average.

Career SLG .385 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — +10.8% above league average.

Career OPS 0.692 vs. league average 0.681 across their career seasons — near 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
1898	WAS	NL	4	13	0	4	1	0	0	2	0	0	0	0.308	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	0	2	1	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1898	WAS	OF	4	0	2	1	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	1
Right Field	1