Howard Battle
Born: 3/25/1972 in Biloxi, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-05 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Howard Dion Battle
Biography
Howard Battle, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 1999. Primarily serving as a position player, Battle's career spanned parts of five seasons, during which he played in 29 games. He recorded a total of 9 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 5 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .243. Known for his speed on the bases, he also successfully stole 1 base during his time in the league.
Battle's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by a shift towards offensive power and a growing emphasis on athleticism. While his statistics may not reflect the prolific output seen from many of his contemporaries, Battle's contributions to his teams and the game during his tenure were a testament to his determination and skill as a professional athlete. His journey through Major League Baseball provides insight into the challenges faced by players during this era, as well as the evolution of the game itself.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 37 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 0.243 | 0.349 | 0.324 | 0.673 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 9 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | ATL | NL | 15 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.353 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | NLDS1 | ATL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1999 | WS | ATL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1999 | NLCS | ATL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 13 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | 3B | 6 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | ATL | 3B | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 13 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |