Joe Hauser
Born: 1/12/1899 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
Died: 7/11/1997 in Sheboygan, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-04-18 | Final Game: 1929-10-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Joseph John Hauser
Biography
Joe Hauser, born in 1899, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the 1920s. His career spanned from April 18, 1922, to October 6, 1929, during an era characterized by offensive prowess and the emergence of powerful hitters. Over the course of 629 games, Hauser recorded 580 hits, showcasing his ability to consistently reach base. He hit 80 home runs and accumulated 356 RBIs, demonstrating both power and run-producing capabilities. With a career batting average of .284, Hauser established himself as a reliable offensive contributor to his teams.
Hauser’s playing style reflected the changing dynamics of the game during the post-Deadball Era, where the focus shifted toward power hitting and an increased scoring environment. In addition to his offensive achievements, he also exhibited speed on the bases with 19 stolen bases, highlighting his versatility as a player. His contributions to the game left a lasting impact, as he was part of a generation that helped shape the modern approach to hitting in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 629 | 2041 | 351 | 580 | 103 | 28 | 80 | 356 | 19 | 250 | 229 | 0.284 | 0.368 | 0.480 | 0.848 | 6099.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PHA | AL | 111 | 368 | 61 | 119 | 21 | 5 | 9 | 43 | 1 | 30 | 37 | 0.323 | 1043.6 |
| 1923 | PHA | AL | 146 | 534 | 93 | 165 | 21 | 9 | 17 | 94 | 6 | 69 | 52 | 0.309 | 2299.8 |
| 1924 | PHA | AL | 149 | 562 | 97 | 162 | 31 | 8 | 27 | 115 | 7 | 56 | 52 | 0.288 | 1981.1 |
| 1926 | PHA | AL | 91 | 229 | 31 | 44 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 36 | 1 | 39 | 35 | 0.192 | -425.9 |
| 1928 | PHA | AL | 95 | 300 | 61 | 78 | 19 | 5 | 16 | 59 | 4 | 52 | 45 | 0.260 | 1155.7 |
| 1929 | CLE | AL | 37 | 48 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.250 | 44.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 547 | 0 | 5430 | 316 | 57 | 393 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PHA | 1B | 94 | 0 | 936 | 55 | 14 | 61 |
| 1923 | PHA | 1B | 146 | 0 | 1475 | 86 | 15 | 109 |
| 1924 | PHA | 1B | 146 | 0 | 1513 | 94 | 12 | 131 |
| 1926 | PHA | 1B | 65 | 0 | 630 | 35 | 3 | 39 |
| 1928 | PHA | 1B | 88 | 0 | 811 | 41 | 12 | 51 |
| 1929 | CLE | 1B | 8 | 0 | 65 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 547 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 7th | 13.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1923 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 20th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |