Harry Williams (first baseman)
Harry Peter Williams (June 23, 1890 – December 21, 1963) was an American professional baseball player. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, he played a total of 85 games over two years for the New York Yankees as a first baseman.[1] He made his major league debut on August 7, 1913 and played his last game June 30, 1914.[1] The six foot, one inch tall Williams had a career batting average of .192 with 29 runs batted in over 260 at bats.[1] The right-handed hitter and fielder hit two home runs, three triples, and eight doubles while stealing nine bases.[1] Harry Williams died on December 21, 1963, at the age of 73 in Huntington Park, California, and was buried at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in his hometown of Omaha.[1] His brother, Gus Williams, also played in the Major Leagues.
Harry Williams | |
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First baseman | |
Born: Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. | June 23, 1890|
Died: December 21, 1963 73) Huntington Park, California, U.S. | (aged|
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
MLB debut | |
August 7, 1913, for the New York Yankees | |
Last MLB appearance | |
June 30, 1914, for the New York Yankees | |
MLB statistics | |
Batting average | .192 |
Home runs | 2 |
Runs batted in | 29 |
Teams | |
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References
- Harry Williams Stats. Baseball Almanac. Retrieved on April 21, 2008.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from Baseball Reference, or Baseball Reference (Minors)