Al Halt
Born: 11/23/1890 in Sandusky, OH, USA
Died: 1/22/1973 in Sandusky, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-05-29 | Final Game: 1918-08-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Alva William Halt
Biography
Al Halt, born in 1890, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1914 to 1918. Primarily a position player, Halt participated in 257 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He established himself as a versatile player, accumulating 204 hits and contributing 90 RBIs to his teams. Known for his speed on the bases, he recorded 35 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting.
Halt’s career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, just before the onset of the "live-ball era," which would later revolutionize the game. He finished his career with a batting average of .239 and hit 6 home runs. While not one of the most celebrated players of his time, Halt’s contributions on the field reflect the competitive spirit of the early 20th century and the evolving strategies of baseball that began to emphasize speed and base running. His dedication to the game remains a part of baseball's rich history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | 854 | 76 | 204 | 30 | 9 | 6 | 90 | 35 | 61 | 130 | 0.239 | 0.293 | 0.316 | 0.609 | -1071.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BRF | FL | 80 | 261 | 26 | 61 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 25 | 11 | 13 | 39 | 0.234 | -618.3 |
| 1915 | BRF | FL | 151 | 524 | 41 | 131 | 22 | 7 | 3 | 64 | 20 | 39 | 79 | 0.250 | -197.9 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 26 | 69 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 12 | 0.174 | -255.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 7 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 125 | 0 | 185 | 246 | 31 | 24 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 115 | 0 | 235 | 317 | 62 | 41 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BRF | 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | BRF | SS | 71 | 0 | 164 | 184 | 43 | 30 |
| 1914 | BRF | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | BRF | 3B | 111 | 0 | 174 | 224 | 30 | 23 |
| 1915 | BRF | SS | 40 | 0 | 66 | 125 | 18 | 10 |
| 1918 | CLE | 1B | 2 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1918 | CLE | 2B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1918 | CLE | 3B | 14 | 0 | 11 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
| 1918 | CLE | SS | 4 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 125 |
| Shortstop | 115 |
| Center Field | 1 |