Bill Roman, baseball player, 1964-1965

Bill Roman

Born: 10/11/1938 in Detroit, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1964-09-30 | Final Game: 1965-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: William Anthony Roman

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Biography

Bill Roman was a professional baseball player born in 1938, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1964 to 1965. During his brief career, he appeared in 24 games, showcasing his talents primarily with the bat. Roman recorded 5 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 1 run, finishing with a batting average of .143. His contributions on the base paths were minimal, as he did not register any stolen bases. Despite a short stint in the major leagues, Roman's presence in the game coincided with a transformative era in baseball. The mid-1960s were marked by a blend of traditional play and the burgeoning influence of new strategies that would soon evolve the game. Roman's career, though not extensive, reflects the challenges faced by many players during this period, as competition was fierce and opportunities limited. His journey through the sport remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reminding fans of the numerous athletes who contributed to the game, even if only for a moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
24 35 2 5 0 0 1 1 0 2 9 0.143 0.189 0.229 0.418 0.0

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .248 across their career seasons — 42.4% below league average.

Career OBP .189 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — 39.3% below league average.

Career SLG .229 vs. league average .375 across their career seasons — 39.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.418 vs. league average 0.687 across their career seasons — 39.2% 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
1964 DET AL 3 8 2 3 0 0 1 1 0 0 2 0.375 — — — — 0.0
1965 DET AL 21 27 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 7 0.074 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 8 4 51 2 0 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1964 DET 1B 2 1 13 1 0 2
1965 DET 1B 6 3 38 1 0 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 8

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI 1958, 1959, 1960