Billy Pierce
Defying his small stature, southpaw Billy Pierce was one of the most effective pitchers of the 1950s. He won 155 games during that decade, ranking fourth behind Warren Spahn, Robin Roberts, and Early Wynn. Originally signed by his hometown Tigers, he was dealt to the White Sox in one of the worst deals in Detroit history. He was a seven-time All-Star, and he started the Mid-Summer Classic for the American League three times.
Played For
Detroit Tigers (1945-1948)
Chicago White Sox (1949-1961)
San Francisco Giants (1962-1964)
Born
Walter William Pierce was born on April 2, 1927, in Detroit, MI.
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Primary Position: P
Primary Team: CHA
Major League Debut
June 1, 1945
Nine Other Players Who Debuted in 1945
Red Schoendienst
Whitey Lockman
Del Rice
Billy Pierce
Art Houtteman
Sal Maglie
Joe Astroth
Herm Wehmeier
Pete Gray
Related Players
Catcher Aaron Robinson, for whom he was traded from Detroit to Chicago.
| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1970 |
BBWAA |
5 |
1.7% |
1971 |
BBWAA |
7 |
1.9% |
1972 |
BBWAA |
4 |
1.0% |
1973 |
BBWAA |
4 |
1.1% |
1974 |
BBWAA |
4 |
1.1% |
|
Post-Season Appearances
1959 World Series
1962 World Series
All-Star Selections
1953 AL
1955 AL
1956 AL
1957 AL
1958 AL
1959 AL
1961 AL
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