Ben Hunt, baseball player, 1910-1913

Ben Hunt

Born: 11/10/1888 in Eufaula, OK, USA

Died: 9/27/1927 in Greybull, WY, USA

MLB Debut: 1910-08-24 | Final Game: 1913-04-19

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Benjamin Franklin Hunt

Biography

Ben Hunt was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1888, whose career spanned from 1910 to 1913. He made his Major League debut during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded game that would follow. Over the course of his brief career, Hunt compiled a record of 2 wins and 4 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.95. He recorded a total of 25 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's pitching staff. Although Hunt's playing time was limited, his presence on the mound during the early 1910s contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball, as teams began to explore new strategies and pitching styles. With no saves recorded in his career, Hunt's role was likely more focused on starting games and providing innings for his team rather than closing out games. While his career may not have been extensively documented, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the challenges and experiences of players in a transformative era of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
2 4 9 8 3 0 0 54.7 51 24 4 29 25 3.95 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
9 20 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 6 0.050 0.050 0.050 0.100 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 9 7 2 18 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 9