Palmer Hildebrand, baseball player, 1913-1913

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 22
Left Field 1