Steve Huntz, baseball player, 1967-1975

Steve Huntz

Born: 12/3/1945 in Cleveland, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1967-09-19 | Final Game: 1975-06-04

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 204 lbs

Full name: Stephen Michael Huntz

Biography

Steve Huntz, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1967 until 1975. Primarily known as a position player, Huntz played a total of 237 games across his career. He made his debut in an era characterized by a transition in offensive strategies, as the game began shifting towards more power hitting and increased emphasis on offensive statistics. Throughout his career, Huntz recorded 131 hits and hit 16 home runs, driving in 60 runs with a batting average of .206. Although his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the elite of his time, he contributed to his teams with versatility and a strong work ethic. He also demonstrated base-running capability with 1 stolen base, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting. Steve Huntz's tenure in the league, though not historically significant in terms of individual accolades, reflects the challenges and dynamics faced by players during a transformative period in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
237 636 81 131 19 1 16 60 1 108 122 0.206 0.320 0.314 0.635 -755.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 30 20 36 55 0 9
3B 79 72 54 146 12 14
SS 116 71 154 266 20 54

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 30
Third Base 82
Shortstop 117