Clyde Hatter
Born: 8/7/1908 in Poplar Hills, KY, USA
Died: 10/17/1937 in Yosemite, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-23 | Final Game: 1937-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Clyde Melno Hatter
Biography
Clyde Hatter, born in 1908, was a professional baseball pitcher who played during the mid-1930s. His career spanned from 1935 until May 10, 1937, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented style of play in Major League Baseball. Hatter made a brief but notable appearance in the league, recording a win-loss record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 8.44. Throughout his time on the mound, he accumulated 19 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite his struggles with consistency.
While Hatter's time in the majors was limited, his journey reflects the experiences of many players in that era who sought to make their mark in a competitive baseball landscape. His contributions to the game, though modest in statistical terms, are a testament to the resilience and determination of athletes during a time when baseball was evolving rapidly. Hatter's legacy lives on as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who aspired to greatness in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.7 | 61 | 40 | 2 | 41 | 19 | 8.44 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 44 | 28 | 30 | 15 | 7.56 | -1250.5 |
| 1937 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 17 | 12 | 11 | 4 | 11.57 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.231 | 0.286 | 0.231 | 0.516 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | DET | AL | 8 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | DET | AL | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | DET | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | DET | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond | KY | 1928 |