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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | STL | NL | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | STL | NL | 71 | 139 | 13 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 27 | 34 | 0.194 | -177.8 |
| 1970 | SDP | NL | 106 | 352 | 54 | 77 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 37 | 0 | 66 | 69 | 0.219 | -118.7 |
| 1971 | CHW | AL | 35 | 86 | 10 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 0.209 | -185.5 |
| 1975 | SDP | NL | 22 | 53 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 0.151 | -273.4 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | SLN | 2B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | SLN | 2B | 12 | 5 | 10 | 21 | 0 | 2 |
| 1969 | SLN | 3B | 6 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | SLN | SS | 52 | 26 | 65 | 91 | 9 | 20 |
| 1970 | SDN | 3B | 51 | 49 | 32 | 91 | 9 | 7 |
| 1970 | SDN | SS | 57 | 43 | 86 | 166 | 11 | 32 |
| 1971 | CHA | 2B | 14 | 13 | 21 | 32 | 0 | 7 |
| 1971 | CHA | 3B | 6 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1971 | CHA | SS | 7 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 1975 | SDN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | SDN | 3B | 16 | 12 | 13 | 33 | 3 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 30 |
| Third Base | 82 |
| Shortstop | 117 |