Marvin Williams

Born: 2/12/1920 in Haslam, TX, USA

Died: 12/23/2000 in Conroe, TX, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

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Biography

Marvin Williams, born in 1920, is an active professional baseball player whose career has captivated fans with exceptional offensive prowess. Primarily playing as a position player, Williams demonstrates a remarkable batting average of .385 across 79 games, underscoring his ability to make consistent contact and drive in runs, as evidenced by his 76 RBIs. His approach at the plate is characterized by a keen eye and disciplined swing, resulting in 121 hits and 8 home runs, marking him as a significant contributor to his team's offensive lineup. Additionally, Williams showcases speed on the bases with 5 stolen bases, adding a dynamic element to his playing style. With three All-Star selections to his name, Williams is recognized as one of the premier talents of his generation. His career unfolds in an era where power hitters and robust offensive performances are increasingly valued, and his achievements place him among the elite players of the game today. As he continues to play, Marvin Williams remains a vital part of the ongoing narrative of baseball, inspiring future generations with his remarkable skill set and dedication to the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
79 314 64 121 23 9 8 76 5 23 9 0.385 0.431 0.592 1.023 2405.6

Career AVG .385 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — +48.5% above league average.

Career OBP .431 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — +31.9% above league average.

Career SLG .592 vs. league average .353 across their career seasons — +67.9% above league average.

Career OPS 1.023 vs. league average 0.679 across their career seasons — +50.6% 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
1943 PS NN2 13 50 10 20 4 3 0 10 1 4 5 0.400 .255 (+56%) .324 (+37%) .346 (+73%) .671 (+56%) 395.3
1944 PS NN2 51 203 35 73 17 4 3 50 3 16 2 0.360 .261 (+38%) .325 (+25%) .357 (+47%) .683 (+37%) 1176.9
1945 PS NN2 15 61 19 28 2 2 5 16 1 3 2 0.459 .260 (+76%) .328 (+52%) .354 (+126%) .683 (+91%) 833.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 67 65 173 167 23 30
SS 11 11 23 32 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1943 PS 2B 2 1 2 6 2 0
1943 PS SS 10 10 21 30 4 1
1944 PS 2B 50 49 124 121 15 24
1944 PS SS 1 1 2 2 0 0
1945 PS 2B 15 15 47 40 6 6

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 67
Shortstop 11