Bill Hayes, baseball player, 1980-1981

Bill Hayes

Born: 10/24/1957 in Cheverly, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-30 | Final Game: 1981-09-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: William Ernest Hayes

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Biography

Bill Hayes was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played as a position player during a brief career from 1980 to 1981. He made a total of 5 appearances in Major League Baseball, where he recorded 2 hits, resulting in a batting average of .222. Throughout his time in the league, Hayes did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs, nor did he tally any stolen bases. His contributions to the teams he played for, while limited in terms of statistics, reflect the challenges many players faced in the highly competitive environment of the early 1980s. Hayes' time in the major leagues came during a transitional period in baseball, where the game was evolving with new strategies and an influx of talent. Though his career was short-lived, Hayes' presence on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history, showcasing the determination of players who sought to make an impact, even if their tenures were brief. His legacy serves as a reminder of the diverse paths players take in their pursuit of success in America’s pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
5 9 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.222 0.222 0.333 0.556 0.0

Career AVG .222 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 14.9% below league average.

Career OBP .222 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — 31.4% below league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .380 across their career seasons — 12.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.556 vs. league average 0.704 across their career seasons — 21.1% 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
1980 CHC NL 4 9 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.222 — — — — 0.0
1981 CHC NL 1 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
C 4 2 9 2 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1980 CHN C 3 2 9 2 0 0
1981 CHN C 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 4

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Indiana State University Terre Haute IN 1976, 1977, 1978