Charlie Hollocher
Born: 6/11/1896 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 8/14/1940 in Frontenac, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1918-04-16 | Final Game: 1924-08-20
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 154 lbs
Full name: Charles Jacob Hollocher
Biography
Charlie Hollocher was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1918 to 1924. Born in 1896, Hollocher made a significant impact during the early years of the 20th century, a time when the game was evolving and offensive prowess was becoming increasingly valued. Over the course of his career, he played in 760 games, amassing a total of 894 hits. His consistent performance at the plate resulted in an impressive batting average of .304, showcasing his ability to make contact and get on base.
Hollocher's offensive contributions included 14 home runs and 241 RBIs, reflecting his capability as a run producer in a league that was not yet dominated by the long ball. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases, stealing 99 bases throughout his career. His playing style combined solid hitting with agility, making him a versatile player on the field. Though he played in an era that preceded the integration of baseball, Hollocher's achievements helped set the stage for future generations of players, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 760 | 2936 | 411 | 894 | 145 | 35 | 14 | 241 | 99 | 277 | 94 | 0.304 | 0.370 | 0.392 | 0.762 | 4530.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | CHC | NL | 131 | 509 | 72 | 161 | 23 | 6 | 2 | 38 | 26 | 47 | 30 | 0.316 | 2010.5 |
| 1919 | CHC | NL | 115 | 430 | 51 | 116 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 26 | 16 | 44 | 19 | 0.270 | 426.9 |
| 1920 | CHC | NL | 80 | 301 | 53 | 96 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 20 | 41 | 15 | 0.319 | 866.5 |
| 1921 | CHC | NL | 140 | 558 | 71 | 161 | 28 | 8 | 3 | 37 | 5 | 43 | 13 | 0.289 | -395.1 |
| 1922 | CHC | NL | 152 | 592 | 90 | 201 | 37 | 8 | 3 | 69 | 19 | 58 | 5 | 0.340 | 1788.3 |
| 1923 | CHC | NL | 66 | 260 | 46 | 89 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 28 | 9 | 26 | 5 | 0.342 | 708.9 |
| 1924 | CHC | NL | 76 | 286 | 28 | 70 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 21 | 4 | 18 | 7 | 0.245 | -875.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.190 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | WS | CHN | 6 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.190 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 751 | 0 | 1587 | 2569 | 202 | 360 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | CHN | SS | 131 | 0 | 278 | 418 | 53 | 39 |
| 1919 | CHN | SS | 115 | 0 | 219 | 418 | 40 | 49 |
| 1920 | CHN | SS | 80 | 0 | 196 | 280 | 23 | 34 |
| 1921 | CHN | SS | 137 | 0 | 282 | 491 | 30 | 72 |
| 1922 | CHN | SS | 152 | 0 | 332 | 502 | 30 | 89 |
| 1923 | CHN | SS | 65 | 0 | 124 | 212 | 13 | 35 |
| 1924 | CHN | SS | 71 | 0 | 156 | 248 | 13 | 42 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 750 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1922 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1922 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1918 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1918 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |