Bill Hart
Born: 7/19/1865 in Louisville, KY, USA
Died: 9/19/1936 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1886-07-26 | Final Game: 1901-07-30
Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 163 lbs
Full name: William Franklin Hart
Biography
Bill Hart, born in 1865, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from July 26, 1886, to July 30, 1901. Hart played during a transformative period in baseball, witnessing the game evolve from the early days of the National League into a more established professional sport. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 66 wins and 120 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.65. Hart tallied a total of 431 strikeouts and recorded 3 saves, showcasing his ability to manage the game from the mound despite the challenges he faced in a competitive era.
Known for his tenacity and competitive spirit, Hart contributed to his teams not only through his pitching but also by being a part of the changing landscape of baseball in the late 19th century. His career coincided with significant developments in the sport, including the expansion of major leagues and changes in pitching styles. While his win-loss record may not stand out by today's standards, his contributions to the game during a pivotal time in baseball history reflect the dedication and skill of players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 120 | 206 | 190 | 162 | 5 | 3 | 1582.0 | 1819 | 817 | 43 | 704 | 431 | 4.65 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | PH4 | AA | 9 | 13 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 186.0 | 183 | 66 | 66 | 78 | 3.19 | -2714.8 |
| 1887 | PH4 | AA | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 26.0 | 28 | 13 | 17 | 4 | 4.50 | -898.3 |
| 1892 | BRO | NL | 9 | 12 | 28 | 23 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 195.0 | 188 | 71 | 96 | 65 | 3.28 | -1369.6 |
| 1895 | PIT | NL | 14 | 17 | 36 | 29 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 261.7 | 293 | 138 | 135 | 85 | 4.75 | -539.1 |
| 1896 | STL | NL | 12 | 29 | 42 | 41 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 336.0 | 411 | 191 | 141 | 65 | 5.12 | - |
| 1897 | STL | NL | 9 | 27 | 39 | 38 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 294.7 | 395 | 205 | 148 | 67 | 6.26 | - |
| 1898 | PIT | NL | 5 | 9 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 125.0 | 141 | 67 | 44 | 19 | 4.82 | -1610.0 |
| 1901 | CLE | AL | 7 | 11 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 157.7 | 180 | 66 | 57 | 48 | 3.77 | -1440.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 229 | 748 | 59 | 155 | 14 | 15 | 4 | 67 | 18 | 17 | 74 | 0.207 | 0.227 | 0.282 | 0.509 | -3618.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | PH4 | AA | 22 | 73 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0.137 | -493.4 |
| 1887 | PH4 | AA | 3 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1892 | BRO | NL | 37 | 125 | 14 | 24 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 4 | 7 | 22 | 0.192 | -293.8 |
| 1895 | PIT | NL | 36 | 106 | 8 | 25 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0.236 | -537.5 |
| 1896 | STL | NL | 49 | 161 | 9 | 30 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 0.186 | -1099.5 |
| 1897 | STL | NL | 46 | 156 | 14 | 39 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0.250 | -664.4 |
| 1898 | PIT | NL | 16 | 50 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.240 | -181.7 |
| 1901 | CLE | AL | 20 | 64 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.219 | -347.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 26 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| P | 206 | 0 | 90 | 461 | 46 | 18 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | PH4 | P | 22 | 0 | 7 | 40 | 5 | 1 |
| 1887 | PH4 | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 0 |
| 1892 | BRO | P | 28 | 0 | 13 | 58 | 6 | 1 |
| 1892 | BRO | OF | 12 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1895 | PIT | P | 36 | 0 | 12 | 84 | 5 | 4 |
| 1896 | SLN | P | 42 | 0 | 29 | 106 | 8 | 3 |
| 1896 | SLN | OF | 8 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1897 | SLN | P | 39 | 0 | 21 | 76 | 8 | 4 |
| 1897 | SLN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1897 | SLN | OF | 6 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1898 | PIT | P | 16 | 0 | 3 | 34 | 6 | 3 |
| 1901 | CLE | P | 20 | 0 | 5 | 55 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 206 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Center Field | 15 |
| Right Field | 5 |