Mack Hillis
Born: 7/23/1901 in Cambridge, MA, USA
Died: 6/16/1961 in Cambridge, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-09-13 | Final Game: 1928-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Malcolm David Hillis
Biography
Mack Hillis was a professional baseball player born in 1901, whose career spanned from 1924 to 1928. Primarily recognized as a position player, Hillis made a brief yet impactful mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1920s. He played in a total of 12 games, where he accumulated 9 hits and demonstrated a power-hitting ability with 1 home run. His batting average stood at .243, complemented by 7 RBIs and 1 stolen base, reflecting a solid, if short-lived, presence at the plate.
Hillis's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the advent of both the live-ball era and increasing fan engagement. While his time in the major leagues was limited, his contributions to his teams and the moments he created on the field remain a part of baseball's rich tapestry. Following his retirement, Hillis's journey serves as a reminder of the many players who shaped the game, even if their careers were not marked by extensive statistics.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 37 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.243 | 0.243 | 0.541 | 0.784 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 11 | 36 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 9 | 0 | 12 | 24 | 1 | 4 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | PIT | 2B | 8 | 0 | 12 | 24 | 1 | 4 |
| 1928 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 2 |