Bill Wilson (wilsobi01)

William G. Wilson (Baseball)

• Bats Unknown, Throws Right
• Height 5' 9", Weight 190 lb.

• Debut April 30, 1890
• Final Game June 7, 1898
• Born October 28, 1867 in Hannibal, MO USA
• Died May 9, 1924 in St. Paul, MN USA

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Biographical Information

Bill Wilson was the starting catcher for the Louisville Colonels in 1897, which was the team on which Honus Wagner broke into the majors. Wilson had previously been with the Pittsburgh Alleghenys in 1890. He was an umpire for a total of 9 National League games between 1890 and 1893.

Related Sites

• Bill Wilson at the SABR Bio Project