Bert Haas
Born: 2/8/1914 in Naperville, IL, USA
Died: 6/23/1999 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-09-09 | Final Game: 1951-08-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: Berthold John Haas
Biography
Bert Haas was a professional baseball player born in 1914, who made significant contributions to the sport during his career, which spanned from 1937 to 1951. As a versatile position player, Haas appeared in 721 games and compiled a career batting average of .264. He recorded 644 hits, including 22 home runs and 263 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute offensively. Known for his speed on the bases, he also stole 51 bases, illustrating his dynamic playing style that was well-suited to the evolving game of the mid-20th century.
Haas's career included an All-Star selection, marking him as one of the standout players of his era. His time in Major League Baseball coincided with a period of significant change and development in the sport, including the gradual integration of players and the increasing popularity of the game. After retiring on August 26, 1951, Haas left behind a legacy as a reliable player who played a key role in his teams' successes, particularly in a time when baseball was becoming a defining aspect of American culture.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 721 | 2440 | 263 | 644 | 93 | 32 | 22 | 263 | 51 | 204 | 188 | 0.264 | 0.323 | 0.355 | 0.678 | -1320.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 16 | 25 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | CIN | NL | 154 | 585 | 59 | 140 | 21 | 6 | 6 | 54 | 6 | 59 | 54 | 0.239 | -633.7 |
| 1943 | CIN | NL | 101 | 332 | 39 | 87 | 17 | 6 | 4 | 44 | 6 | 22 | 26 | 0.262 | 94.1 |
| 1946 | CIN | NL | 140 | 535 | 57 | 141 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 50 | 22 | 33 | 42 | 0.264 | -535.8 |
| 1947 | CIN | NL | 135 | 482 | 58 | 138 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 67 | 9 | 42 | 27 | 0.286 | 20.1 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 95 | 333 | 35 | 94 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 34 | 8 | 36 | 25 | 0.282 | -45.4 |
| 1949 | NY1 | NL | 54 | 104 | 12 | 27 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.260 | -219.3 |
| 1949 | PHI | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | -219.3 |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 23 | 43 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.163 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 311 | 0 | 2790 | 191 | 28 | 275 |
| 3B | 241 | 0 | 276 | 440 | 63 | 51 |
| OF | 97 | 0 | 230 | 3 | 9 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | 1B | 3 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1937 | BRO | OF | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | CIN | 1B | 6 | 0 | 67 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 1942 | CIN | 3B | 146 | 0 | 160 | 273 | 35 | 33 |
| 1942 | CIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | CIN | 1B | 44 | 0 | 364 | 42 | 3 | 46 |
| 1943 | CIN | 3B | 23 | 0 | 25 | 54 | 5 | 6 |
| 1943 | CIN | OF | 18 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1946 | CIN | 1B | 140 | 0 | 1346 | 91 | 9 | 140 |
| 1946 | CIN | 3B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 1947 | CIN | 1B | 53 | 0 | 510 | 23 | 8 | 49 |
| 1947 | CIN | OF | 69 | 0 | 170 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 1948 | PHI | 1B | 35 | 0 | 290 | 18 | 4 | 17 |
| 1948 | PHI | 3B | 54 | 0 | 76 | 89 | 20 | 9 |
| 1949 | NY1 | 1B | 23 | 0 | 160 | 10 | 3 | 13 |
| 1949 | NY1 | 3B | 11 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1951 | CHA | 1B | 7 | 0 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 1951 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | CHA | OF | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 303 |
| Third Base | 241 |
| Left Field | 12 |
| Center Field | 79 |
| Right Field | 7 |