Babe Herman, baseball player, 181 home runs, 1926-1945

Babe Herman

Born: 6/26/1903 in Buffalo, NY, USA

Died: 11/27/1987 in Glendale, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1926-04-14 | Final Game: 1945-09-16

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Floyd Caves Herman

Biography

Babe Herman, born in 1903, enjoyed a prolific career as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1926 until his retirement in 1945. Known for his exceptional hitting ability, Herman played in 1,552 games and accumulated 1,818 hits, resulting in a remarkable batting average of .324. His power at the plate was evidenced by his 181 home runs and 997 RBIs, making him one of the era's more formidable offensive threats. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with 94 stolen bases, further adding to his value as a well-rounded player. Herman's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively charged game. His impressive statistics not only highlight his individual talent but also reflect the changing landscape of the sport in the early to mid-20th century. With a keen eye for pitch selection and a powerful swing, Babe Herman left a lasting impact on the game, solidifying his legacy as one of baseball's great hitters of his time.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
122.0 116.0 15.0 32.0 6.0 0 2.0 14.0 6.0 8.0 3.0 0.276 0.311 0.379 0.690

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1552 5603 882 1818 399 110 181 997 94 520 553 0.324 0.383 0.532 0.915 25496.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 236 0 2111 142 41 138
OF 1185 0 2265 106 96 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 235
Left Field 191
Right Field 994

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1934 Most Valuable Player NL 16th 4.0 80 0
1932 Most Valuable Player NL 12th 8.0 80 0
1929 Most Valuable Player NL 8th 24.0 80 0
1926 Most Valuable Player NL 16th 8.0 80 0