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Bill Wight is a former American pro baseball player who played as pitcher for the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox , Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Baltimore Orioles, Cincinnati Reds and the St. Louis Cardinals in the Major League Baseball throughout his twelve season career. Wight goes by the nickname of “Lefty” because he batted and threw left handed was born on April 12, 1922 in Rio Vista, California. He studied high school when he attended McClymonds High School in Oakland, California. Wight, who stands 6 ft. 1 in and weighs in at 180 lbs., began his pro baseball career after he was signed by the New York Yankees in 1941 as amateur free agent. Before he made his way up the major league ladder, Wight first made a few stints for the Yankees' affiliates in the minor leagues. Wight made his major league debut on April 17, 1946 after he was called out from the minors by the Yankees. He had his final game with the St. Louis Cardinals on September 21, 1958. Throughout his career, Wight retired with over 574 strikeouts in 347 games he participated, including 198 starts. Bill Wight passed away at the age of 85 on May 17, 2007 in his home in Mount Shasta, California. Be sure to be the first to acquire official baseball collection such as autographed MLB bats, autographed baseball apparel, autographed MLB helmets and hats, autographed MLB gloves and autographed MLB photos signed by your favorite baseball stars. You can also add a variety to your collection by purchasing framed MLB photos, plaques and collages. About Bill Wight: Bill Wight (full name: William Robert Wight; Lefty) played pitcher from 1946 until 1958 for the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Baltimore Orioles, St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Redlegs. He played for the Yankees from 1946 - 1947, White Sox from 1948 - 1950, Red Sox from 1951 - 1952, Tigers from 1952 - 1953, Indians from 1953 - 1955, Orioles from 1955 - 1957, Cardinals in 1958 and Redlegs in 1958. Over 12 seasons, he started 198 games, won 77 games, struck out 574 batters, and had a 3.95 ERA. Born on April 12, 1922 in Rio Vista, CA, Wight stood 6' 1 and weighed 180 lb. He attended McClymonds (Oakland, CA) high school. His debut was on April 17, 1946 and he played his final game on September 21, 1958. Common misspellings of his name include William Bill billy Lefty Robert Will William Wight. Common misspellings: gersies, Jearsy, jerzies, jerzy, jersies, aparel, lisenced, apparell Our wide assortment of authentic Bill Wight memorabilia includes: Bill Wight Jerseys, frames, game used Home and Away Jerseys, team apparel, coins, display cases, signatures, inscriptions, collages with frame, and other Bill Wight Team Apparel. You can also browse Bill Wight replica jerseys such as a Olympic collectible, coin with autograph, trading card, pic, inscribed ball, Bill Wight autograph, signature photomint, inscription and hand signed collage, among other signed Bill Wight memorabilia. Info on Bill Wight Jerseys, Gear & Home and Away Jerseys: Our online store carries sale gifts, MVP 16X20 photos, sweatshirts, Womens Jerseys, licensed apparel, t-shirts, official clothing, jackets, hats, caps, and replica banners, whether it's unsigned, signed or game-used. Also find an authentic display case, jersey, picture, ball, 8X10 photo, hat, jacket, t-shirt, blanket, cap, sweatshirt or gift. Browse Bill Wight memorabilia values, prices, jerseys, signings, stats & pics from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008. Searching for the perfect Bill Wight gifts for that special sports fan? Whether you are trying to choose an item for a holiday such as Christmas or you need a birthday present, our gift certificates make the perfect gift idea. Our gift cards take all the pressure out of finding the perfect present for friends or loved ones. Let your loved ones choose their favorite Bill Wight memorabilia and sports Home and Away Jerseys so you don't have to.