Oliver Hill
Born: 10/16/1909 in Powder Springs, GA, USA
Died: 9/20/1970 in Decatur, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1939-04-19 | Final Game: 1939-04-22
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: Oliver Clinton Hill
Biography
Oliver Hill was a professional baseball player born in 1909, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from April 19 to April 22, 1939. As a position player, Hill appeared in two games during his time with the major leagues, where he recorded one hit in two at-bats, resulting in a batting average of 0.5. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, Hill’s presence in the league, albeit short-lived, marked a moment in baseball history during an era characterized by the transition from the tail end of the Great Depression into a more dynamic period of the sport.
Playing at a time when baseball was evolving, Hill's career was limited but nonetheless significant as it represented the opportunities available to players during a time when the sport continued to grow in popularity. Although his statistics may not reflect a long or impactful career, his participation in the major leagues contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the numerous players who briefly shone on the grand stage. Oliver Hill's story serves as a reminder of baseball's extensive history and the myriad of players who have graced the diamond, each contributing in their own way to the game's legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 1.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | BSN | NL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
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