Billy Hatcher
Born: 10/4/1960 in Williams, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-10 | Final Game: 1995-05-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: William Augustus Hatcher
Biography
Billy Hatcher, born in 1960, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1984 to 1995. Over the course of his career, he participated in 1,233 games, accumulating 1,146 hits with a batting average of .264. Hatcher was known for his speed on the basepaths, evidenced by his 218 stolen bases, and his ability to contribute offensively with a total of 54 home runs and 399 RBIs.
Hatcher's career unfolded during a transformative era in Major League Baseball, marked by increased offensive production and a growing emphasis on speed and athleticism. His versatility and skill set made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, which included the Cincinnati Reds, where he was part of the roster that clinched the 1990 World Series championship. His contributions to the game extended beyond his statistics, as he became known for his energetic playing style and his ability to perform in crucial moments. Hatcher's legacy is remembered not only through his achievements on the field but also for the impact he had on the teams he represented throughout his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1233 | 4339 | 586 | 1146 | 210 | 30 | 54 | 399 | 218 | 267 | 476 | 0.264 | 0.312 | 0.364 | 0.676 | -4752.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | CHC | NL | 8 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CHC | NL | 53 | 163 | 24 | 40 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 0.245 | -265.0 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | 127 | 419 | 55 | 108 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 36 | 38 | 22 | 52 | 0.258 | -750.0 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | 141 | 564 | 96 | 167 | 28 | 3 | 11 | 63 | 53 | 42 | 70 | 0.296 | 358.2 |
| 1988 | HOU | NL | 145 | 530 | 79 | 142 | 25 | 4 | 7 | 52 | 32 | 37 | 56 | 0.268 | -113.1 |
| 1989 | HOU | NL | 108 | 395 | 49 | 90 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 44 | 22 | 30 | 53 | 0.228 | -1185.7 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 27 | 86 | 10 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0.244 | -1185.7 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 139 | 504 | 68 | 139 | 28 | 5 | 5 | 25 | 30 | 33 | 42 | 0.276 | -45.6 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 138 | 442 | 45 | 116 | 25 | 3 | 4 | 41 | 11 | 26 | 55 | 0.262 | -486.4 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | 75 | 315 | 37 | 75 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 23 | 4 | 17 | 41 | 0.238 | -865.4 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 43 | 94 | 10 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.287 | -865.4 |
| 1993 | BOS | AL | 136 | 508 | 71 | 146 | 24 | 3 | 9 | 57 | 14 | 28 | 46 | 0.287 | -10.6 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 44 | 164 | 24 | 40 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 4 | 11 | 14 | 0.244 | -571.1 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 43 | 134 | 15 | 33 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 0.246 | -571.1 |
| 1995 | TEX | AL | 6 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 52 | 12 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 0.404 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | WS | CIN | 4 | 12 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0.750 |
| 1990 | NLCS | CIN | 4 | 15 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 1986 | NLCS | HOU | 6 | 25 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0.280 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1143 | 1042 | 2289 | 67 | 33 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | CHN | OF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CHN | OF | 44 | 37 | 77 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | HOU | OF | 121 | 101 | 226 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 1987 | HOU | OF | 140 | 139 | 276 | 16 | 4 | 6 |
| 1988 | HOU | OF | 142 | 133 | 280 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 1989 | HOU | OF | 104 | 93 | 223 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1989 | PIT | OF | 20 | 19 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CIN | OF | 131 | 119 | 308 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 1991 | CIN | OF | 121 | 105 | 248 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 1992 | BOS | OF | 75 | 74 | 145 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1992 | CIN | OF | 23 | 20 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BOS | OF | 130 | 126 | 284 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 1994 | BOS | OF | 43 | 41 | 87 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1994 | PHI | OF | 40 | 30 | 68 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | TEX | OF | 5 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 585 |
| Center Field | 551 |
| Right Field | 87 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Babe Ruth Award | OF |
| 1988 | Player of the Week | Week of 1988-05-20 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BOS | AL | $650,000 |
| 1993 | BOS | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $400,000 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | $1,600,000 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $1,250,000 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | $690,000 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | $495,000 |
| 1988 | HOU | NL | $240,000 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | $110,000 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | $80,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,515,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yavapai College | Prescott | AZ | 1980, 1981 |