Bill McAllester, baseball player, 1913-1913

Bill McAllester

Born: 12/29/1888 in Chattanooga, TN, USA

Died: 3/3/1970 in Chattanooga, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-05-02 | Final Game: 1913-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: William Lusk McAllester

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Biography

Bill McAllester, born in 1888, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned a brief period from 1913 to October 5, 1913, during which he played in 49 games. McAllester was primarily utilized as a position player, and although his offensive statistics reflected the challenges of the era, he contributed to his teams with a batting average of .153, 13 hits, and 6 RBIs. His playing style was characterized by his speed on the basepaths, as evidenced by his 2 stolen bases, showcasing a level of athleticism that was appreciated during the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. Despite his limited playing time, McAllester's career is a testament to the many players who contributed to the fabric of baseball during its formative years. He played in an era marked by the ongoing evolution of the sport, where strategies were shifting and player roles were being redefined. While he may not have left a lasting statistical legacy, McAllester's participation in the game during this pivotal time adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
49 85 3 13 4 0 0 6 2 11 12 0.153 0.250 0.200 0.450 -449.1

Career AVG .153 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 41.1% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 23.1% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .346 across their career seasons — 42.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.450 vs. league average 0.671 across their career seasons — 32.9% 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
1913 SLA AL 49 85 3 13 4 0 0 6 2 11 12 0.153 .259 (-41%) .325 (-23%) .345 (-42%) .670 (-33%) -449.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 39 0 103 35 14 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1913 SLA C 39 0 103 35 14 4

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 41

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Tennessee Knoxville TN 1909, 1910