Ron Hunt
Born: 2/23/1941 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-04-16 | Final Game: 1974-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 186 lbs
Full name: Ronald Kenneth Hunt
Biography
Ron Hunt was a professional baseball player born in 1941, who had a notable career spanning from 1963 to 1974. Primarily recognized as a position player, Hunt played a total of 1,483 games in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 1,429 hits, 39 home runs, and 370 RBIs, finishing with a respectable batting average of .273. Known for his aggressive playing style and ability to get on base, Hunt also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 65 stolen bases.
Hunt was selected as an All-Star twice during his career, highlighting his impact and value to his teams. He played in an era that was characterized by a mix of offensive power and strategic play, contributing to the evolving dynamics of baseball in the 1960s and early 1970s. His tenacity and skill at the plate made him a significant figure in the league during his tenure, leaving a lasting legacy as a player who exemplified the competitive spirit of his time. Ron Hunt retired on September 28, 1974, concluding a career that reflected both personal achievement and the rich history of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1483 | 5235 | 745 | 1429 | 223 | 23 | 39 | 370 | 65 | 555 | 382 | 0.273 | 0.368 | 0.347 | 0.715 | 8814.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYN | NL | 143 | 533 | 64 | 145 | 28 | 4 | 10 | 42 | 5 | 40 | 50 | 0.272 | 768.1 |
| 1964 | NYN | NL | 127 | 475 | 59 | 144 | 19 | 6 | 6 | 42 | 6 | 29 | 30 | 0.303 | 1004.9 |
| 1965 | NYN | NL | 57 | 196 | 21 | 47 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 19 | 0.240 | -202.2 |
| 1966 | NYN | NL | 132 | 479 | 63 | 138 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 33 | 8 | 41 | 34 | 0.288 | 556.3 |
| 1967 | LAD | NL | 110 | 388 | 44 | 102 | 17 | 3 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 39 | 24 | 0.263 | 421.6 |
| 1968 | SFG | NL | 148 | 529 | 79 | 132 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 6 | 78 | 41 | 0.250 | 1134.2 |
| 1969 | SFG | NL | 128 | 478 | 72 | 125 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 41 | 9 | 51 | 47 | 0.262 | 458.9 |
| 1970 | SFG | NL | 117 | 367 | 70 | 103 | 17 | 1 | 6 | 41 | 1 | 44 | 29 | 0.281 | 992.5 |
| 1971 | WSN | NL | 152 | 520 | 89 | 145 | 20 | 3 | 5 | 38 | 5 | 58 | 41 | 0.279 | 1864.2 |
| 1972 | WSN | NL | 129 | 443 | 56 | 112 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 9 | 51 | 29 | 0.253 | 418.4 |
| 1973 | WSN | NL | 113 | 401 | 61 | 124 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 10 | 52 | 19 | 0.309 | 1155.0 |
| 1974 | WSN | NL | 115 | 403 | 66 | 108 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 55 | 17 | 0.268 | 242.6 |
| 1974 | STL | NL | 12 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.174 | 242.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1260 | 1216 | 2734 | 3512 | 156 | 685 |
| 3B | 158 | 145 | 88 | 293 | 29 | 28 |
| SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYN | 2B | 142 | 140 | 350 | 416 | 26 | 85 |
| 1963 | NYN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | NYN | 2B | 109 | 108 | 244 | 317 | 12 | 73 |
| 1964 | NYN | 3B | 12 | 12 | 14 | 26 | 4 | 3 |
| 1965 | NYN | 2B | 46 | 44 | 106 | 128 | 5 | 17 |
| 1965 | NYN | 3B | 6 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 3 | 2 |
| 1966 | NYN | 2B | 123 | 120 | 295 | 384 | 21 | 81 |
| 1966 | NYN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | LAN | 2B | 90 | 89 | 211 | 224 | 9 | 50 |
| 1967 | LAN | 3B | 8 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1968 | SFN | 2B | 147 | 146 | 289 | 410 | 20 | 66 |
| 1969 | SFN | 2B | 125 | 121 | 254 | 356 | 13 | 67 |
| 1969 | SFN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | SFN | 2B | 85 | 73 | 162 | 173 | 11 | 38 |
| 1970 | SFN | 3B | 16 | 16 | 10 | 33 | 4 | 1 |
| 1971 | MON | 2B | 133 | 128 | 270 | 370 | 14 | 72 |
| 1971 | MON | 3B | 19 | 18 | 10 | 30 | 2 | 5 |
| 1972 | MON | 2B | 122 | 115 | 257 | 353 | 11 | 61 |
| 1972 | MON | 3B | 5 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | MON | 2B | 102 | 99 | 219 | 280 | 9 | 54 |
| 1973 | MON | 3B | 14 | 6 | 6 | 21 | 2 | 2 |
| 1974 | MON | 2B | 31 | 29 | 67 | 88 | 5 | 18 |
| 1974 | MON | 3B | 75 | 73 | 37 | 140 | 11 | 14 |
| 1974 | MON | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | SLN | 2B | 5 | 4 | 10 | 13 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1256 |
| Third Base | 158 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1964 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 26th | 5.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1969 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 8.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1964 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 25th | 1.0 | 280 | 0 |
| 1963 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 2nd | 2.0 | 20 | 2 |