David Hulse, baseball player, 1992-1996

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

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

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