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Appearances
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bill Francis born?
Bill Francis was born on February 28, 1879.
Where was Bill Francis born?
Bill Francis was born in Philadelphia, PA.
How tall was Bill Francis?
Bill Francis was 5-5 (165 cm) tall.
How much did Bill Francis weigh when playing?
Bill Francis weighed 140 lbs (63 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Bill Francis play?
Bill Francis played 3 seasons.
Is Bill Francis in the Hall of Fame?
Bill Francis has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Bill Francis play?
Bill Francis was a Third Baseman and Second Baseman.
How many hits did Bill Francis have?
Bill Francis had 51 hits over his career.
How many home runs did Bill Francis have?
Bill Francis had 0 home runs over his career.
What was Bill Francis' average?
Bill Francis had a .178 average over his career.
How many teams has Bill Francis played for?
Bill Francis played for 3 teams; the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants, Cleveland Browns and Chicago American Giants.
When did Bill Francis retire?
Bill Francis last played in 1925.
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