David Hulse
Born: 2/25/1968 in San Angelo, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-08-11 | Final Game: 1996-09-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: David Lindsey Hulse
Biography
David Hulse was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 1996. Born in 1968, Hulse made his mark during a transitional period in baseball characterized by the emergence of power hitters and a growing emphasis on speed on the base paths. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 423 games, demonstrating a blend of offensive capabilities and agility, as evidenced by his 69 stolen bases.
Hulse finished his career with a batting average of .266 and recorded 336 hits, including 5 home runs and 103 RBIs. Known for his speed and versatility, he contributed significantly to his teams with both his bat and his ability to advance on the bases. Hulse's playing style reflected the evolving dynamics of the game during the 1990s, as teams began to place greater value on players who could not only hit but also create opportunities through aggressive running. His contributions to the game, while perhaps not as widely recognized, highlighted the importance of utility players during a time of significant change in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 423 | 1265 | 207 | 336 | 35 | 20 | 5 | 103 | 69 | 76 | 204 | 0.266 | 0.307 | 0.337 | 0.644 | -3496.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 32 | 92 | 14 | 28 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 0.304 | -57.6 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 114 | 407 | 71 | 118 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 57 | 0.290 | -400.3 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 77 | 310 | 58 | 79 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 19 | 18 | 21 | 53 | 0.255 | -1075.0 |
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 119 | 339 | 46 | 85 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 47 | 15 | 18 | 60 | 0.251 | -1255.1 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 81 | 117 | 18 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 0.222 | -709.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 402 | 302 | 758 | 6 | 12 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | OF | 31 | 25 | 61 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | TEX | OF | 112 | 96 | 244 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | TEX | OF | 76 | 72 | 179 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 1995 | ML4 | OF | 115 | 83 | 180 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 | ML4 | OF | 68 | 26 | 94 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 91 |
| Center Field | 305 |
| Right Field | 30 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ML4 | AL | $270,000 |
| 1995 | ML4 | AL | $220,000 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | $210,000 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $820,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schreiner University | Kerrville | TX | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 8th | 1.0 | 140 | 0 |