Bob Hazle
Born: 12/9/1930 in Laurens, SC, USA
Died: 4/25/1992 in Columbia, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-09-08 | Final Game: 1958-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Robert Sidney Hazle
Biography
Bob Hazle was a professional baseball player born in 1930, who played in Major League Baseball from 1955 to 1958. He established himself as a noteworthy position player during his brief career, appearing in 110 games. Hazle was recognized for his impressive batting average of .31, which showcased his ability to make consistent contact with the ball. Over his career, he recorded 81 hits, including 9 home runs and 37 runs batted in (RBIs), highlighting his contribution to the offensive efforts of his teams.
Hazle played during a transitional period in baseball history, navigating the sport in the post-World War II era when the game was evolving through the integration of players and the emergence of new strategies. His offensive prowess, despite a relatively short career, left a mark as he contributed to the teams he played for with a keen batting eye and solid performance at the plate. He also demonstrated speed on the base paths with 1 stolen base, adding another dimension to his game. Overall, Bob Hazle remains a notable figure within the annals of baseball history for his batting skills and contributions during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 261 | 37 | 81 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 37 | 1 | 32 | 35 | 0.310 | 0.390 | 0.467 | 0.857 | 1054.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CIN | NL | 6 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | ATL | NL | 41 | 134 | 26 | 54 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 18 | 15 | 0.403 | 1371.1 |
| 1958 | DET | AL | 43 | 58 | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.241 | -52.6 |
| 1958 | ATL | NL | 20 | 56 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 0.179 | -52.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.154 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | WS | ML1 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.154 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 75 | 63 | 114 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CIN | OF | 3 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | ML1 | OF | 40 | 37 | 57 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 1958 | DET | OF | 12 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | ML1 | OF | 20 | 16 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 63 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 4th | 1.0 | 24 | 1 |