Truck Hannah
Born: 6/5/1889 in Larimore, ND, USA
Died: 4/27/1982 in Fountain Valley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1918-04-15 | Final Game: 1920-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: James Harrison Hannah
Biography
Truck Hannah was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who played in the major leagues primarily during the 1918 to 1920 seasons. Known for his versatility as a position player, Hannah appeared in 244 games throughout his career, where he recorded 173 hits and achieved a batting average of .235. His offensive contributions included 5 home runs and 66 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to drive in runs and support his team's efforts.
Hannah's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, shortly after World War I and on the cusp of significant changes in the sport. While he may not have been a household name, his presence on the field contributed to the development of the game during a period characterized by evolving playing styles and strategies. With 7 stolen bases to his credit, Hannah demonstrated a degree of speed and agility, complementing his hitting skills. His legacy, though modest in statistical terms, reflects the perseverance and dedication of players during the early years of the 20th century.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 1.334 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 1.334 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 244 | 736 | 62 | 173 | 25 | 4 | 5 | 66 | 7 | 97 | 79 | 0.235 | 0.331 | 0.300 | 0.631 | -447.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | NYY | AL | 90 | 250 | 24 | 55 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 5 | 51 | 25 | 0.220 | 220.3 |
| 1919 | NYY | AL | 75 | 227 | 14 | 54 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 22 | 19 | 0.238 | -218.6 |
| 1920 | NYY | AL | 79 | 259 | 24 | 64 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 24 | 35 | 0.247 | -449.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 239 | 0 | 949 | 241 | 33 | 29 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | NYA | C | 88 | 0 | 343 | 111 | 12 | 16 |
| 1919 | NYA | C | 73 | 0 | 298 | 66 | 6 | 12 |
| 1919 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | NYA | C | 78 | 0 | 308 | 64 | 15 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 239 |
| First Base | 1 |