Hack Miller
Born: 2/13/1913 in Celeste, TX, USA
Died: 11/21/1966 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-04-19 | Final Game: 1945-07-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: James Eldridge Miller
Biography
Hack Miller was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned from 1944 to 1945. Miller made a notable impact in his limited time on the field, participating in just 7 games. He demonstrated impressive offensive skills, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.444, which underscored his ability to hit effectively during the wartime era when many star players were serving in the military.
Over his short career, Miller recorded 4 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 4 RBIs. His performance showcased a remarkable efficiency at the plate, making him a noteworthy figure despite his limited appearances. Although he did not become a household name, Hack Miller's contributions during a challenging period for baseball highlight the talent that emerged even in a time of adversity, reflecting the resilience of the sport during World War II.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.444 | 0.500 | 0.778 | 1.278 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | DET | AL | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | DET | AL | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 7 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | DET | C | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | DET | C | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 7 |