Dutch Holland
Born: 10/12/1903 in Middlesex, NC, USA
Died: 6/16/1967 in Lumberton, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1932-08-16 | Final Game: 1934-08-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Robert Clyde Holland
Biography
Dutch Holland, born in 1903, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1932 to 1934. As a position player, Holland made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the sport was evolving, moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more offensive style of play. He played a total of 102 games, recording 86 hits and achieving a batting average of .273, which reflected his ability to contribute effectively at the plate.
Throughout his career, Holland showcased his versatility, amassing 3 home runs and 34 RBIs, and demonstrating a keen sense for base running with 1 stolen base. While his career was relatively short-lived, his performance in the early 1930s contributed to the competitive landscape of the sport as teams began to prioritize power hitting and run production. Holland's contributions to his teams during this transitional period in baseball history remain a noteworthy part of his legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 315 | 37 | 86 | 26 | 2 | 3 | 34 | 1 | 28 | 39 | 0.273 | 0.332 | 0.397 | 0.729 | -45.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | BSN | NL | 39 | 156 | 15 | 46 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.295 | 20.3 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 13 | 31 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | CLE | AL | 50 | 128 | 19 | 32 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 13 | 11 | 0.250 | -65.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 77 | 0 | 151 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | BSN | OF | 39 | 0 | 94 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1933 | BSN | OF | 7 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1934 | CLE | OF | 31 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 61 |
| Right Field | 16 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina State University | Raleigh | NC | 1923, 1924, 1925 |