Rich Hunter
Born: 9/25/1974 in Pasadena, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-04-06 | Final Game: 1996-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Richard Thomas Hunter
Biography
Rich Hunter was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2004. Born in 1974, Hunter made his mark during a transitional era in baseball, characterized by the rise of powerful hitters and a heightened emphasis on offensive production. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 3-7 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.49, reflecting the challenges he faced on the mound during his time in the league.
Despite not registering any saves, Hunter demonstrated determination and resilience as he accumulated 32 strikeouts throughout his career. His journey through baseball was marked by the ups and downs that many pitchers face while trying to establish themselves in a competitive environment. Although he played for a limited span, Hunter's experience contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period that witnessed significant changes in player performance and game strategies.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.3 | 84 | 50 | 10 | 33 | 32 | 6.49 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 3 | 7 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.3 | 84 | 50 | 33 | 32 | 6.49 | -2033.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.211 | 0.222 | 0.433 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 15 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 14 | 14 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | P | 14 | 14 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||