Hans Lobert, baseball player, 1903-1917

Hans Lobert

Born: 10/18/1881 in Wilmington, DE, USA

Died: 9/14/1968 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1903-09-21 | Final Game: 1917-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: John Bernard Lobert

Biography

Hans Lobert was an accomplished American baseball player whose career spanned from 1903 to 1917. Born in 1881, he emerged as a prominent position player during the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game. Over the course of his career, Lobert played in 1,317 games, amassing 1,252 hits, 32 home runs, and 482 RBIs, while maintaining a respectable batting average of .274. His ability to get on base and his speed on the basepaths were highlighted by his impressive total of 316 stolen bases. Lobert's playing style combined solid hitting with agility, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Cincinnati Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies. He was known not only for his offensive contributions but also for his versatility on the field. As a player who navigated the early years of Major League Baseball, Lobert's career reflected the evolving nature of the sport during a time when baseball was solidifying its status as America's pastime. His legacy endures as a testament to the skills and tenacity of players from that formative era of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1317 4563 640 1252 159 82 32 482 316 395 302 0.274 0.337 0.366 0.703 7523.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 12 9 26 32 3 1
3B 1000 362 1292 1601 172 96
OF 23 21 38 2 3 0
SS 214 208 419 557 69 62

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 12
Third Base 1000
Shortstop 215
Left Field 21
Center Field 2

Awards & Honors

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1911 Most Valuable Player NL 17th 4.0 64 0