Marc Hill
Born: 2/18/1952 in Elsberry, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-09-28 | Final Game: 1986-05-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Marc Kevin Hill
Biography
Marc Hill was a professional baseball player born in 1952 who had a career spanning from 1973 to 1986. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Hill played in 737 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 404 hits, including 34 home runs, and drove in 198 runs. His career batting average stood at .223, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate, particularly in an era that was transitioning towards a more power-focused game.
Throughout his career, Hill was recognized for his defensive skills and versatility on the field, contributing to teams as a reliable presence during the late 1970s and early 1980s. While he may not have been a household name, his dedication to the sport and ability to compete at the highest level in a demanding environment helped shape the teams he played for. After retiring on May 25, 1986, Hill left behind a legacy as a steadfast competitor in the world of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 737 | 1809 | 146 | 404 | 62 | 3 | 34 | 198 | 1 | 185 | 243 | 0.223 | 0.295 | 0.317 | 0.612 | -3697.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | STL | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | STL | NL | 10 | 21 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | SFG | NL | 72 | 182 | 14 | 39 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 25 | 27 | 0.214 | -337.9 |
| 1976 | SFG | NL | 54 | 131 | 11 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 0.183 | -503.7 |
| 1977 | SFG | NL | 108 | 320 | 28 | 80 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 50 | 0 | 34 | 34 | 0.250 | -422.1 |
| 1978 | SFG | NL | 117 | 358 | 20 | 87 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 36 | 1 | 45 | 39 | 0.243 | -406.3 |
| 1979 | SFG | NL | 63 | 169 | 20 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 26 | 25 | 0.207 | -536.5 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 29 | 70 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.229 | -152.7 |
| 1980 | SFG | NL | 17 | 41 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.171 | -152.7 |
| 1981 | CHW | AL | 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CHW | AL | 53 | 88 | 9 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0.261 | -31.4 |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 58 | 133 | 11 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 0.226 | -469.7 |
| 1984 | CHW | AL | 77 | 193 | 15 | 45 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 20 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 0.233 | -330.7 |
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 40 | 75 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 0.133 | -507.0 |
| 1986 | CHW | AL | 22 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 9 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 687 | 537 | 2961 | 281 | 33 | 31 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | SLN | C | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | SLN | C | 9 | 6 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | SFN | C | 60 | 47 | 282 | 27 | 2 | 7 |
| 1975 | SFN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | SFN | C | 49 | 43 | 185 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
| 1976 | SFN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SFN | C | 102 | 95 | 505 | 57 | 6 | 4 |
| 1978 | SFN | C | 116 | 104 | 586 | 56 | 9 | 3 |
| 1978 | SFN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | SFN | C | 58 | 54 | 283 | 31 | 3 | 4 |
| 1979 | SFN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | SEA | C | 29 | 20 | 101 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | SFN | C | 14 | 12 | 61 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 1981 | CHA | C | 14 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHA | C | 49 | 26 | 135 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
| 1982 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHA | C | 55 | 37 | 214 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 1983 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CHA | C | 72 | 58 | 308 | 17 | 3 | 4 |
| 1984 | CHA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1985 | CHA | C | 37 | 28 | 185 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1985 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CHA | C | 22 | 6 | 59 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 687 |
| First Base | 9 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CHA | AL | $275,000 |
| 1986 | CHA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1985 | CHA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $675,000 | ||