Pat Hilly

Born: 2/22/1887 in Fostoria, OH, USA

Died: 7/25/1953 in Eureka, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1914-05-07 | Final Game: 1914-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: William Edward Hilly

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Biography

Pat Hilly, born in 1887, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player during the early 20th century. His career spanned a brief period from May 7, 1914, to September 26, 1914, during which he participated in 8 games at the major league level. Hilly made his mark in the game with a batting average of .300, showcasing a solid ability to hit, as he recorded 3 hits and drove in 1 run throughout his career. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, his contributions as a player were significant during a time when baseball was evolving and competing with various off-field entertainment options. Hilly's short stint in the majors reflects the challenges faced by many players of his era, which was characterized by a transition from the deadball era to a more offensively focused game. While his career was brief, his presence on the field during this transformative period contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. Players like Hilly helped lay the groundwork for future generations, even if their individual statistics did not capture the spotlight.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
8	10	2	3	0	0	0	1	0	1	5	0.300	0.364	0.300	0.664	0.0

Career AVG .300 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — +17.6% above league average.

Career OBP .364 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — +12.8% above league average.

Career SLG .300 vs. league average .339 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.664 vs. league average 0.661 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
1914	PHI	NL	8	10	2	3	0	0	0	1	0	1	5	0.300	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	0	6	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1914	PHI	OF	4	0	6	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	3
Right Field	1