Hooks Cotter
Born: 5/22/1900 in Holden, MO, USA
Died: 8/6/1955 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-04-15 | Final Game: 1924-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Harvey Louis Cotter
Biography
Hooks Cotter, born in 1900, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1920s. He played primarily as a position player from 1922 until his final game on September 28, 1924. Over the course of his career, Cotter appeared in 99 games, accumulating 82 hits and posting a batting average of .264. He demonstrated a blend of power and skill, hitting 4 home runs and driving in 33 runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases.
Cotter's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport began to evolve with the introduction of new offensive strategies and player dynamics. While not a superstar, his contributions to his teams reflected the competitive spirit of the era, allowing him to carve out a niche in the game. Despite having a relatively brief career, Hooks Cotter remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players who played the game with passion and determination during the early years of the modern era.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.0 | 25.0 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0.240 | 0.296 | 0.280 | 0.576 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 11.0 | 11.0 | 2.0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.364 | 0.364 | 0.455 | 0.819 |
| 1930 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.572 |
| 1933 | 9.0 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5.0 | 0 | .000 | 0.222 | .000 | 0.222 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 311 | 39 | 82 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 36 | 31 | 0.264 | 0.340 | 0.383 | 0.723 | -202.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | CHC | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | CHC | NL | 98 | 310 | 39 | 81 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 36 | 31 | 0.261 | -202.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 90 | 0 | 873 | 59 | 10 | 72 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CHN | 1B | 90 | 0 | 873 | 59 | 10 | 72 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 90 |