Carl Husta
Born: 4/8/1902 in Egg Harbor City, NJ, USA
Died: 11/6/1951 in Kingston, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-09-24 | Final Game: 1925-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 176 lbs
Full name: Carl Lawrence Husta
Biography
Carl Husta was a professional baseball player born in 1902, who played in the Major Leagues during the 1925 season. His career, although brief, spanned from September 24 to October 3 of that year, during which he appeared in six games as a position player. Husta recorded three hits and drove in two runs, finishing the season with a batting average of .136. Despite not hitting any home runs and not achieving stolen bases, his contributions, albeit modest, came during a time when baseball was evolving and transitioning, moving away from the deadball era and witnessing the rise of more power-oriented play styles.
Husta's time in the majors was a reflection of the competitive landscape of the 1920s, a period marked by significant changes in the game, including the increasing prominence of star players and the excitement surrounding baseball as America’s pastime. Although his career was short-lived and did not showcase prolific statistics, Husta remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, embodying the spirit of determination and perseverance that characterizes many players who graced the diamond during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.136 | 0.208 | 0.136 | 0.345 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PHA | AL | 6 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 6 | 0 | 18 | 22 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | PHA | SS | 6 | 0 | 18 | 22 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 6 |