Truck Hannah, baseball player, 1918-1920

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

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 239
First Base 1