Bill Southworth, baseball player, 1964-1964

Bill Southworth

Born: 11/10/1945 in Madison, WI, USA

MLB Debut: 1964-10-02 | Final Game: 1964-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: William Frederick Southworth

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Biography

Bill Southworth, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but memorable impact in Major League Baseball during the 1964 season. His career, although short-lived, showcased his potential as a position player. Southworth played a total of 3 games, in which he recorded 2 hits, including a home run, and drove in 2 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .286. Known for his power at the plate, his lone home run highlighted his ability to contribute offensively during his time in the league. Southworth's career unfolded during an era of transition in baseball, where the game was witnessing the emergence of new talent and changing playing styles. Despite the brevity of his time in the majors, his contributions during those few games remain a part of his legacy, reflecting a moment in the rich tapestry of baseball history. After his playing days, Southworth's experiences and insights would continue to resonate within the baseball community, leaving an indelible mark on the sport he loved.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
3 7 2 2 0 0 1 2 0 0 3 0.286 0.444 0.714 1.159 0.0

Career AVG .286 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — +14.1% above league average.

Career OBP .444 vs. league average .313 across their career seasons — +42.2% above league average.

Career SLG .714 vs. league average .378 across their career seasons — +89.0% above league average.

Career OPS 1.159 vs. league average 0.690 across their career seasons — +67.8% above 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 ATL NL 3 7 2 2 0 0 1 2 0 0 3 0.286 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 2 2 0 2 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1964 ML1 3B 2 2 0 2 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 2