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Billy Williams, a left-handed outfielder known for his smooth swing and consistent performance, became a beloved figure in Major League Baseball during his career. Born on June 15, 1938, in Whistler, Alabama, Williams grew up in a region rich with baseball talent. His journey to the major leagues began when he signed with the Chicago Cubs as an
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Billy Williams ranks among all historic players for several skill categories. For example, a percentile of "85% Power" would indicate a player among the top 15% of players in raw batting power, and a percentile of "Speed 3%" would indicate a player that is among the slowest players in the history of the game. These percentiles are entirely based on career statistical accomplishments for players with over 500 games played or 500 innings pitched, so may not accurately reflect an intangible ability.
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
88%
Power
92%
Bunting
26%
Drag
43%
Vision
55%
Discipline
66%
Clutch
98%
Durability
97%
Speed
59%
Arm Str
62%
Arm Acc
45%
Reaction
20%
Fielding
33%
Stealing
53%
Baserunning
56%
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