Bunny Hearn
Born: 1/13/1904 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 3/31/1974 in Venice, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-04-13 | Final Game: 1929-06-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Elmer Lafayette Hearn
Biography
Bunny Hearn was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1926 to 1929. Born in 1904, Hearn's career spanned a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a time marked by greater offensive production. Over his career, he compiled a record of 7-11 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.38, showcasing his role as a reliable, if not dominant, arm on the mound. Hearn struck out 65 batters during his tenure and recorded 2 saves, highlighting his capacity to contribute in crucial moments.
Hearn's playing style was characterized by his ability to navigate the challenges of a competitive league, which included a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging talents. Although he may not have achieved superstar status, Bunny Hearn's contributions to the teams he played for during the late 1920s reflected the grit and determination of pitchers during a time when the game was shifting towards a more offensive mindset. His legacy remains a testament to the many players who shaped the early years of modern baseball, providing a foundation for the future of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 11 | 59 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 158.3 | 161 | 77 | 4 | 82 | 65 | 4.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BSN | NL | 4 | 9 | 34 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 117.3 | 121 | 55 | 56 | 40 | 4.22 | 104.8 |
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 16 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 4.26 | -109.2 |
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 6.30 | 1.9 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 2 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 4.42 | -123.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 38 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.132 | 0.195 | 0.132 | 0.327 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BSN | NL | 34 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 8 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 10 | 2 | 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 | 59 | 0 | 3 | 48 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | BSN | P | 34 | 0 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 1 |
| 1927 | BSN | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1928 | BSN | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1929 | BSN | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 59 |