Bill Holbert

From BR Bullpen

William Henry Holbert

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Weight 197 lb.

• Debut September 5, 1876
• Final Game July 12, 1888
• Born March 14, 1855 in Baltimore, MD USA
• Died March 20, 1935 in Laurel, MD USA

BR page

[edit] Biographical Information

Had 2335 career at bats without hitting a home run, an all time record. It must be said, Holbert played in the dead ball era. The modern record for most at bats without a home run belongs to Tom Oliver, with 1931.

Holbert played 12 seasons in the majors, and was with Troy in the early 1880's playing alongside the young Dan Brouthers, Buck Ewing, and Roger Connor.

[edit] Related Sites