Hal Lee
Born: 2/15/1905 in Ludlow, MS, USA
Died: 9/4/1989 in Pascagoula, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-04-19 | Final Game: 1936-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Harold Burnham Lee
Biography
Hal Lee, born in 1905, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the 1930s. His career spanned from 1930 to 1936, during a time when the game was evolving with the introduction of more dynamic offensive strategies. Over the course of 752 games, Lee established himself as a reliable hitter, accumulating 755 hits and posting a batting average of .275. He was known for his consistent performance at the plate, contributing 33 home runs and 323 RBIs to his teams.
Lee's playing style was characterized by his ability to combine power with contact, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. He also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 15 stolen bases throughout his career. His contributions were especially significant in a league transitioning from the deadball era, where individual offensive prowess began to flourish. Lee's legacy in baseball remains marked by his solid statistics and the impact he had on the teams he played for during a transformative period in the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 752 | 2750 | 316 | 755 | 144 | 40 | 33 | 323 | 15 | 203 | 225 | 0.275 | 0.326 | 0.392 | 0.718 | -1296.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BRO | NL | 22 | 37 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.162 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | PHI | NL | 44 | 131 | 13 | 29 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 18 | 0.221 | -347.5 |
| 1932 | PHI | NL | 149 | 595 | 76 | 180 | 42 | 10 | 18 | 85 | 6 | 36 | 45 | 0.303 | 1516.0 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 88 | 312 | 32 | 69 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 28 | 1 | 18 | 26 | 0.221 | -957.0 |
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 46 | 167 | 25 | 48 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 18 | 13 | 0.287 | -957.0 |
| 1934 | BSN | NL | 139 | 521 | 70 | 152 | 23 | 6 | 8 | 79 | 3 | 47 | 43 | 0.292 | 301.4 |
| 1935 | BSN | NL | 112 | 422 | 49 | 128 | 18 | 6 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 18 | 25 | 0.303 | -397.1 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 152 | 565 | 46 | 143 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 64 | 4 | 52 | 50 | 0.253 | -1588.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 4 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| OF | 718 | 0 | 1696 | 40 | 49 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BRO | OF | 12 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | PHI | OF | 38 | 0 | 86 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 1932 | PHI | OF | 148 | 0 | 380 | 11 | 14 | 3 |
| 1933 | BSN | OF | 87 | 0 | 207 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| 1933 | PHI | OF | 45 | 0 | 97 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1934 | BSN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| 1934 | BSN | OF | 128 | 0 | 317 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 1935 | BSN | OF | 110 | 0 | 273 | 7 | 11 | 0 |
| 1936 | BSN | OF | 150 | 0 | 319 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 679 |
| Center Field | 26 |
| Right Field | 15 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi College | Clinton | MS | 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928 |