Roy Hitt, baseball player, 1907-1907

Roy Hitt

Born: 6/22/1884 in Carleton, NE, USA

Died: 2/8/1956 in Pomona, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1907-04-27 | Final Game: 1907-10-05

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Roy Wesley Hitt

Biography

Roy Hitt was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1884, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His career spanned from April 27, 1907, to October 5, 1907, a brief yet significant period in the sport's history, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive game. Hitt played for a single season, during which he compiled a record of 6 wins and 10 losses, showcasing his competitive spirit on the mound. Hitt finished his career with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.4, reflecting his ability to manage runs effectively during a time when pitchers often faced significant challenges from increasingly skilled hitters. Over the course of his limited career, he struck out 63 batters, demonstrating his talent for overpowering opponents. While he did not record any saves, his contributions to the game during his season provide a glimpse into the early days of professional baseball, where every pitcher played a vital role in shaping the future of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
6 10 21 18 14 2 0 153.3 143 58 2 56 63 3.40 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
21 56 6 10 0 0 0 5 1 4 6 0.179 0.233 0.179 0.412 -256.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 21 18 3 37 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 21