Billy Hulen
Born: 3/12/1870 in Dixon, CA, USA
Died: 10/2/1947 in Santa Rosa, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1896-05-02 | Final Game: 1899-05-12
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 148 lbs
Full name: William Franklin Hulen
Biography
Billy Hulen was a professional baseball player born in 1870, who played primarily as a position player during the late 19th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven style of play. His career spanned from May 2, 1896, to May 12, 1899, during which he appeared in 107 games. Hulen recorded a total of 100 hits, achieving a batting average of .246. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed significantly to his teams with 41 RBIs and showcased notable speed on the bases, finishing his career with 28 stolen bases.
Hulen's playing style reflected the focus on agility and base running that was prevalent in his era. His ability to steal bases and generate offense, despite the lack of home runs, underscored the strategies employed by teams during this time. Throughout his brief career, he left a mark on the game, embodying the spirit of early baseball and the evolving tactics of the sport as it began to embrace more dynamic play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 407 | 97 | 100 | 19 | 7 | 0 | 41 | 28 | 65 | 22 | 0.246 | 0.350 | 0.327 | 0.676 | -462.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | PHI | NL | 88 | 339 | 87 | 90 | 18 | 7 | 0 | 38 | 23 | 55 | 20 | 0.265 | -23.2 |
| 1899 | WAS | NL | 19 | 68 | 10 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0.147 | -439.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 12 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| SS | 92 | 0 | 174 | 272 | 61 | 35 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | PHI | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1896 | PHI | SS | 73 | 0 | 149 | 205 | 51 | 33 |
| 1896 | PHI | OF | 12 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 1899 | WAS | SS | 19 | 0 | 25 | 67 | 10 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 92 |
| Center Field | 12 |