Ron Hunt, baseball player, 1963-1974

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

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

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