Dirk Hayhurst
Born: 3/24/1981 in Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-08-23 | Final Game: 2009-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Dirk Von Hayhurst
Biography
Dirk Hayhurst, born in 1981, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2008 to 2009. Primarily serving as a position player, Hayhurst made his mark in the Major Leagues during a brief stint that included 25 games. Despite his efforts, he finished his career without recording any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, resulting in a batting average of .0. His performance on the field was marked by a lack of statistical contributions, which is a rarity in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Hayhurst's time in the majors came during a period characterized by offensive power and significant changes in the game, including the ongoing discussions around player performance and the ethics of training regimens. While his playing career on the diamond may not have yielded traditional accolades, Hayhurst later transitioned into a successful career as a writer and commentator, where he shared his insights and experiences from the world of baseball. His unique perspective, combining both player experience and an analytical approach to the game, allowed him to contribute to the sport in ways beyond his time on the field.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 50 | 25 | 4 | 19 | 27 | 5.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDP | NL | 0 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.7 | 27 | 18 | 10 | 14 | 9.72 | - |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 23 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 2.78 | -131.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDP | NL | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 25 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDN | P | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | TOR | P | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | TOR | AL | $405,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $405,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University | Kent | OH | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |