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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | CIN | NL | 6 | 10 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 153.3 | 143 | 58 | 56 | 63 | 3.40 | -1413.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | CIN | NL | 21 | 56 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0.179 | -256.3 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | CIN | P | 21 | 18 | 3 | 37 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 21 |