Hal Luby
Born: 6/13/1913 in Blackfoot, ID, USA
Died: 5/4/1986 in Eugene, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1936-09-10 | Final Game: 1944-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Hugh Max Luby
Biography
Hal Luby, born in 1913, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues as a position player during a career that spanned from 1936 to 1944. Luby played a total of 120 games, during which he recorded 89 hits and achieved a batting average of .247. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed 2 home runs and drove in 38 runs, showcasing his ability to produce offensively in crucial situations. In addition to his hitting prowess, Luby displayed speed on the bases, finishing his career with 4 stolen bases.
Luby's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, as the sport was emerging from the Great Depression and beginning to see the integration of players from diverse backgrounds. While he may not have achieved the level of fame as some contemporaries, Luby's contributions to his teams were significant, as he exemplified the hardworking ethos of players during the era. His commitment to the game and ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of baseball left a lasting impact on the teams he played for and the fans who watched him during his time on the field.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 361 | 33 | 89 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 38 | 4 | 52 | 22 | 0.247 | 0.349 | 0.305 | 0.654 | 211.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHA | AL | 9 | 38 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0.184 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | NY1 | NL | 111 | 323 | 30 | 82 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 2 | 52 | 15 | 0.254 | 211.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 54 | 0 | 112 | 138 | 12 | 24 |
| 3B | 65 | 0 | 83 | 134 | 13 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHA | 2B | 9 | 0 | 16 | 28 | 6 | 3 |
| 1944 | NY1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | NY1 | 2B | 45 | 0 | 96 | 110 | 6 | 21 |
| 1944 | NY1 | 3B | 65 | 0 | 83 | 134 | 13 | 14 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 54 |
| Third Base | 65 |