Palmer Hildebrand
Born: 12/23/1884 in Shauck, OH, USA
Died: 1/25/1960 in North Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-05-14 | Final Game: 1913-09-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Palmer Marion Hildebrand
Biography
Palmer Hildebrand, born in 1884, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from 1913 to 1913. Primarily a position player, Hildebrand played in a total of 26 games during his time in Major League Baseball. His performance at the plate yielded 9 hits with a batting average of .164, reflecting the challenges faced by players of his era. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 1 run batted in (RBI) and recorded 1 stolen base.
Hildebrand's career unfolded during a time when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive style. Though his tenure in the major leagues was short and statistically modest, he remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players who sought to make their mark in a competitive and rapidly changing sport. His legacy lives on as a reminder of the diverse tapestry of talent that has shaped the game over the years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 55 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0.164 | 0.207 | 0.200 | 0.407 | -342.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | STL | NL | 26 | 55 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0.164 | -342.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 22 | 0 | 71 | 21 | 3 | 5 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | SLN | C | 22 | 0 | 71 | 21 | 3 | 5 |
| 1913 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 22 |
| Left Field | 1 |