George Hunter
Born: 7/8/1887 in Buffalo, NY, USA
Died: 1/11/1968 in Harrisburg, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-05-04 | Final Game: 1910-05-09
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: George Henry Hunter
Biography
George Hunter was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1887, who played in the early 20th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. His Major League Baseball career spanned from May 4, 1909, to May 9, 1910. Over the course of his brief two-season stint, Hunter compiled a record of 4 wins and 10 losses, showcasing his tenacity on the mound despite facing strong competition.
Hunter finished his career with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.46, a testament to his skill and effectiveness as a pitcher during an era when scoring was generally low. He recorded 43 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to overpower hitters with his pitching repertoire. Though he did not achieve any saves during his career, his contributions to the game and his performance during his time on the field highlighted the evolving strategies and dynamics of pitching in the early 1900s. Hunter's legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the dedication and spirit of players from a formative period in the sport's development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 10 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 113.3 | 104 | 31 | 2 | 38 | 43 | 2.46 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | BRO | NL | 4 | 10 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 113.3 | 104 | 31 | 38 | 43 | 2.46 | -707.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 123 | 8 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 20 | 0.228 | 0.286 | 0.285 | 0.570 | -145.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | BRO | NL | 44 | 123 | 8 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 20 | 0.228 | -145.8 |
| 1910 | BRO | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 24 | 21 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| P | 16 | 13 | 5 | 31 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | BRO | P | 16 | 13 | 5 | 31 | 3 | 2 |
| 1909 | BRO | OF | 23 | 21 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 1910 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 16 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 18 |