Bert Hamric
Born: 3/1/1928 in Clarksburg, WV, USA
Died: 8/8/1984 in Springboro, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-04-24 | Final Game: 1958-05-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Odbert Herman Hamric
Biography
Bert Hamric, born in 1928, was a professional baseball player who made a brief yet notable appearance in Major League Baseball during the mid-1950s. His career spanned from 1955 to April 24, 1958, during a time when the league was experiencing the transition from the Golden Age of Baseball to the more commercialized era that followed. As a position player, Hamric played in a total of 10 games, showcasing his skills at the highest level of the sport.
Throughout his short career, Hamric recorded 1 hit in 9 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of 0.111. While his offensive contributions were limited, his presence on the field during this era reflected the challenges many players faced in securing a lasting spot on a major league roster. Hamric's time in the majors, although not statistically prolific, highlighted the competitive nature of baseball during a period when talent was abundant and opportunities were often fleeting. His legacy, while modest in terms of statistics, serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BRO | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | BAL | AL | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
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