Clint Hurdle
Born: 7/30/1957 in Big Rapids, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-09-18 | Final Game: 1987-06-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Clinton Merrick Hurdle
Biography
Clint Hurdle was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1977 until 1987. Over the course of his career, he participated in 515 games, where he showcased his skills primarily as an outfielder. Hurdle accumulated 360 hits, including 32 home runs, and he recorded 193 RBIs with a batting average of .259. Known for his strong work ethic and team-oriented approach, he contributed to the teams he played for with both his offensive capabilities and defensive reliability.
Hurdle's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, spanning the late 1970s to the mid-1980s, a time marked by the evolution of player training and strategy. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his time, Hurdle's contributions on the field were significant, particularly in the context of the teams he represented. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and later managerial roles, further solidifying his legacy within the game. Hurdle's journey from player to leader illustrated his deep understanding of the sport and the ability to inspire future generations of baseball talent.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 515 | 1391 | 162 | 360 | 81 | 12 | 32 | 193 | 1 | 176 | 261 | 0.259 | 0.341 | 0.403 | 0.745 | 1608.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | KCR | AL | 9 | 26 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | KCR | AL | 133 | 417 | 48 | 110 | 25 | 5 | 7 | 56 | 1 | 56 | 84 | 0.264 | 549.3 |
| 1979 | KCR | AL | 59 | 171 | 16 | 41 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 28 | 24 | 0.240 | 23.3 |
| 1980 | KCR | AL | 130 | 395 | 50 | 116 | 31 | 2 | 10 | 60 | 0 | 34 | 61 | 0.294 | 932.7 |
| 1981 | KCR | AL | 28 | 76 | 12 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 0.329 | 554.0 |
| 1982 | CIN | NL | 19 | 34 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.206 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | NYN | NL | 13 | 33 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | NYN | NL | 43 | 82 | 7 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 20 | 0.195 | -67.4 |
| 1986 | STL | NL | 78 | 154 | 18 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 26 | 38 | 0.195 | -383.5 |
| 1987 | NYN | NL | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 33 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | AWDIV | KCA | 3 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.273 |
| 1980 | ALCS | KCA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1980 | WS | KCA | 4 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.417 |
| 1978 | ALCS | KCA | 4 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.375 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 92 | 79 | 714 | 47 | 8 | 78 |
| 3B | 15 | 9 | 4 | 23 | 5 | 2 |
| C | 22 | 15 | 98 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 329 | 279 | 568 | 19 | 21 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | KCA | OF | 9 | 6 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | KCA | 1B | 52 | 49 | 412 | 25 | 6 | 47 |
| 1978 | KCA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | KCA | OF | 78 | 68 | 132 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 1979 | KCA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | KCA | OF | 50 | 47 | 88 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1980 | KCA | OF | 126 | 109 | 233 | 8 | 10 | 1 |
| 1981 | KCA | OF | 28 | 26 | 59 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CIN | OF | 17 | 9 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | NYN | 3B | 9 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 4 | 2 |
| 1983 | NYN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | NYN | C | 17 | 12 | 79 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | NYN | OF | 10 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | SLN | C | 5 | 3 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | SLN | 1B | 39 | 30 | 301 | 22 | 2 | 31 |
| 1986 | SLN | 3B | 4 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | SLN | OF | 10 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 22 |
| First Base | 92 |
| Third Base | 15 |
| Left Field | 96 |
| Right Field | 240 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Player of the Week | Week of 1978-07-21 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | SLN | NL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $120,000 | ||