From SABR Encyclopedia
William G Heisner
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"Bill, Porky"
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Bat/Throw:
| R/R
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Height:
| 5' 9"
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Weight:
| 175
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Born:
| 1931-6-14 at Ellwood City, PA (US)
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Died:
| 1994-6-8
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William Heisner was a professional player.
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Personal
- Resided in Los Angeles, California in 1952.
- Self-identified as "American".
- In his first game he caught nine innings and got two hits in four trips.
- Catching a no-hit, no-run game against Spokane in 1950 was his greatest thrill.
Pre-professional career
- Attended George Washington High School.
- Played baseball three years and played football two years.
- Played American Legion ball with Teddy's Roughriders in 1948 and 1949.
Outside of baseball
- Was a shop laborer during the off-season in 1952.
Sources =
- 1952 Pacific Coast League Thumbnail Sketches.
- Social Security Death Index (SSN: 547-42-0041).