Bill Fleming, baseball player, 1940-1946

Bill Fleming

Born: 7/31/1913 in Rowland, CA, USA

Died: 6/4/2006 in Reno, NV, USA

MLB Debut: 1940-08-21 | Final Game: 1946-07-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Leslie Fletcherd Fleming

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Biography

Bill Fleming was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1940 to 1946. Born in 1913, Fleming made his mark in a competitive era marked by the aftermath of the Great Depression and the onset of World War II, which saw many players serving in the military. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he compiled a record of 16 wins and 21 losses, showcasing a competitive spirit on the mound. With an earned run average (ERA) of 3.79, Fleming demonstrated his ability to effectively manage opposing hitters, while amassing a total of 167 strikeouts and recording 3 saves during his career. Fleming's playing style was characterized by his resilience and strategic approach to pitching, which allowed him to perform effectively during a challenging period for the sport. Although his win-loss record may not reflect a dominant player, his contributions to his teams were significant, and he was known for his ability to keep games close. As a pitcher, he played a vital role in the evolution of baseball during the mid-20th century, a time when the game was undergoing significant transformation both on and off the field. Bill Fleming's legacy remains a testament to the dedication and skill of the players who navigated the complexities of baseball during this era.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
16 21 123 40 14 3 3 442.0 443 186 27 193 167 3.79 0

Career ERA 3.79 vs. league average 3.73 across their career seasons — near 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
1940 BOS AL 1 2 10 6 1 0 0 46.3 53 25 20 24 4.86 4.21 (-15%) -352.0
1941 BOS AL 1 1 16 1 0 0 1 41.3 32 18 24 20 3.92 3.94 (avg) -939.2
1942 CHC NL 5 6 33 14 4 2 2 134.3 117 45 63 59 3.01 3.57 (+16%) -
1943 CHC NL 0 1 11 0 0 0 0 32.3 41 23 12 12 6.40 3.50 (-83%) -
1944 CHC NL 9 10 39 18 9 1 0 158.3 163 55 62 42 3.13 3.57 (+13%) -
1946 CHC NL 0 1 14 1 0 0 0 29.3 37 20 12 10 6.14 3.59 (-71%) -

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
124 125 8 13 3 0 0 7 0 3 23 0.104 0.125 0.128 0.253 -378.4

Career AVG .104 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 59.9% below league average.

Career OBP .125 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 61.9% below league average.

Career SLG .128 vs. league average .362 across their career seasons — 64.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.253 vs. league average 0.691 across their career seasons — 63.4% 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
1940 BOS AL 10 13 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1941 BOS AL 16 9 1 2 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0.222 — — — — 0.0
1942 CHC NL 33 39 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0.051 — — — — 0.0
1943 CHC NL 11 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1944 CHC NL 40 53 4 9 2 0 0 6 0 1 4 0.170 .261 (-35%) .325 (-43%) .357 (-42%) .683 (-43%) -378.4
1946 CHC NL 14 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 123 0 19 95 5 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1940 BOS P 10 0 1 5 0 0
1941 BOS P 16 0 2 10 0 0
1942 CHN P 33 0 5 24 2 2
1943 CHN P 11 0 3 10 0 0
1944 CHN P 39 0 8 39 3 0
1946 CHN P 14 0 0 7 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 123