Jesse Hill

Jesse Hill was a professional baseball player born in 1907, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1935 until 1937. Over the course of his brief but impactful career, Hill appeared in 295 games, where he showcased a solid batting ability with a career batting average of .289. His offensive contributions included 277 hits, 108 RBIs, and 6 home runs, along with demonstrating notable speed on the base paths with 43 stolen bases. Hill's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the tail end of the Great Depression and the early years of the game’s evolution. Known for his versatility and tenacity, he contributed significantly to his teams with both his bat and his base-running skills. Although his time in the limelight was relatively short, Jesse Hill left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, and his achievements remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.