Mack Hillis, baseball player, 1924-1928

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 8
Third Base 2