Rex Hudler
Born: 9/2/1960 in Tempe, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-09 | Final Game: 1998-06-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Rex Allen Hudler
Biography
Rex Hudler, born in 1960, was a versatile position player who had an impactful career in Major League Baseball from 1984 to 1998. Over the course of 774 games, he showcased his skills across multiple teams, including the New York Yankees, California Angels, and Kansas City Royals. Hudler finished his career with a batting average of .261, accumulating 461 hits and 56 home runs. Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 107 stolen bases and contributed 169 RBIs throughout his time in the league.
Hudler played during a transformative era in baseball that saw the emergence of power hitters and an evolution in playing styles. His ability to adapt to various roles, whether as a utility player or a valuable contributor off the bench, highlighted his versatility and importance to the teams he played for. After retiring, Hudler continued to be involved in baseball as a broadcaster, sharing his insights and experiences from a career that spanned over a decade in the majors. His legacy in the game is marked not only by his statistics but also by his passion for the sport and the impact he had on his teammates and fans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 774 | 1767 | 261 | 461 | 96 | 10 | 56 | 169 | 107 | 77 | 325 | 0.261 | 0.296 | 0.422 | 0.717 | -618.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 9 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 20 | 51 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.157 | -408.1 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 77 | 216 | 38 | 59 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 29 | 10 | 34 | 0.273 | 19.9 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 92 | 155 | 21 | 38 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 23 | 0.245 | -87.3 |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | STL | NL | 89 | 217 | 30 | 61 | 11 | 2 | 7 | 22 | 18 | 12 | 31 | 0.281 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 101 | 207 | 21 | 47 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 29 | 0.227 | -812.2 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 61 | 98 | 17 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 0.245 | -174.3 |
| 1994 | LAA | AL | 56 | 124 | 17 | 37 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 6 | 28 | 0.298 | 291.7 |
| 1995 | LAA | AL | 84 | 223 | 30 | 59 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 13 | 10 | 48 | 0.265 | -200.5 |
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 92 | 302 | 60 | 94 | 20 | 3 | 16 | 40 | 14 | 9 | 54 | 0.311 | 829.1 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 50 | 122 | 17 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 28 | 0.221 | -355.6 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 25 | 41 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0.122 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 38 | 16 | 163 | 5 | 1 | 18 |
| 2B | 281 | 183 | 429 | 569 | 26 | 142 |
| 3B | 11 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| OF | 247 | 164 | 354 | 9 | 8 | 0 |
| SS | 47 | 31 | 56 | 82 | 10 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | NYA | 2B | 9 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1985 | NYA | 2B | 16 | 15 | 36 | 50 | 2 | 12 |
| 1985 | NYA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | 2B | 13 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | 2B | 41 | 33 | 74 | 105 | 4 | 22 |
| 1988 | MON | SS | 27 | 26 | 39 | 63 | 6 | 8 |
| 1988 | MON | OF | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MON | 2B | 38 | 10 | 27 | 42 | 3 | 9 |
| 1989 | MON | SS | 18 | 5 | 16 | 17 | 4 | 4 |
| 1989 | MON | OF | 23 | 12 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | 1B | 6 | 5 | 54 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| 1990 | SLN | 2B | 10 | 5 | 9 | 26 | 2 | 3 |
| 1990 | SLN | 3B | 6 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | OF | 45 | 37 | 89 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | SLN | 1B | 12 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 1991 | SLN | 2B | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | SLN | OF | 58 | 45 | 97 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | 1B | 8 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | 2B | 16 | 12 | 28 | 39 | 3 | 6 |
| 1992 | SLN | OF | 12 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | CAL | 2B | 22 | 21 | 45 | 56 | 3 | 19 |
| 1994 | CAL | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | CAL | OF | 18 | 6 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | CAL | 1B | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | CAL | 2B | 52 | 37 | 93 | 115 | 3 | 32 |
| 1995 | CAL | OF | 22 | 11 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | CAL | 1B | 7 | 5 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1996 | CAL | 2B | 53 | 45 | 97 | 116 | 4 | 35 |
| 1996 | CAL | OF | 21 | 18 | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | PHI | 2B | 6 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | PHI | OF | 35 | 26 | 50 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | PHI | OF | 9 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 38 |
| Second Base | 281 |
| Third Base | 11 |
| Shortstop | 47 |
| Left Field | 123 |
| Center Field | 65 |
| Right Field | 65 |
| Designated Hitter | 15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PHI | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 1996 | CAL | AL | $400,000 |
| 1995 | CAL | AL | $347,223 |
| 1994 | CAL | AL | $411,000 |
| 1992 | SLN | NL | $400,000 |
| 1991 | SLN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1990 | MON | NL | $135,000 |
| 1989 | MON | NL | $90,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,383,223 | ||