Hal Morris
Born: 4/9/1965 in Fort Rucker, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-07-29 | Final Game: 2000-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: William Harold Morris
Biography
Hal Morris was a professional baseball player born in 1965, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1988 until his retirement in 2000. Primarily recognized as a position player, Morris showcased his offensive prowess over a career that spanned 1,246 games. He accumulated 1,216 hits, achieving an impressive batting average of .304, which placed him among the notable hitters of his era. His offensive contributions included 76 home runs and 513 runs batted in, as well as a commendable 45 stolen bases, reflecting his versatility and speed on the base paths.
Morris played during a transformative period in baseball history, where the game began to embrace a more power-centric approach. He was known for his consistent hitting and ability to drive in runs, making him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, he played for several clubs, leaving a lasting impression with his reliable bat and solid fielding. As a player who thrived in the late 1980s and 1990s, Morris's achievements on the field contributed to the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball, where he established himself as a respected figure in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1246 | 3998 | 535 | 1216 | 246 | 21 | 76 | 513 | 45 | 356 | 548 | 0.304 | 0.361 | 0.433 | 0.794 | 5979.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 15 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | NYY | AL | 15 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 107 | 309 | 50 | 105 | 22 | 3 | 7 | 36 | 9 | 21 | 32 | 0.340 | 1326.5 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 136 | 478 | 72 | 152 | 33 | 1 | 14 | 59 | 10 | 46 | 61 | 0.318 | 1886.5 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 115 | 395 | 41 | 107 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 53 | 6 | 45 | 53 | 0.271 | 412.7 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 101 | 379 | 48 | 120 | 18 | 0 | 7 | 49 | 2 | 34 | 51 | 0.317 | 585.1 |
| 1994 | CIN | NL | 112 | 436 | 60 | 146 | 30 | 4 | 10 | 78 | 6 | 34 | 62 | 0.335 | 1274.5 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | 101 | 359 | 53 | 100 | 25 | 2 | 11 | 51 | 1 | 29 | 58 | 0.279 | 215.1 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 142 | 528 | 82 | 165 | 32 | 4 | 16 | 80 | 7 | 50 | 76 | 0.312 | 1245.9 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 96 | 333 | 42 | 92 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 3 | 23 | 43 | 0.276 | -631.7 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 127 | 472 | 50 | 146 | 27 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 1 | 32 | 52 | 0.309 | -318.9 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | 80 | 102 | 10 | 29 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 21 | 0.284 | -133.4 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 59 | 63 | 9 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 0.222 | -60.8 |
| 2000 | DET | AL | 40 | 106 | 15 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 19 | 16 | 0.311 | -60.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 48 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 0.271 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NLCS | CIN | 4 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.167 |
| 1995 | NLDS2 | CIN | 3 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 1990 | WS | CIN | 4 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.071 |
| 1990 | NLCS | CIN | 5 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.417 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 982 | 890 | 7391 | 685 | 52 | 670 |
| OF | 61 | 48 | 68 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | NYA | OF | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | NYA | 1B | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1989 | NYA | OF | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CIN | 1B | 80 | 71 | 589 | 53 | 3 | 50 |
| 1990 | CIN | OF | 6 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | CIN | 1B | 128 | 120 | 979 | 100 | 9 | 87 |
| 1991 | CIN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CIN | 1B | 109 | 103 | 841 | 86 | 1 | 65 |
| 1993 | CIN | 1B | 98 | 94 | 746 | 75 | 5 | 61 |
| 1994 | CIN | 1B | 112 | 109 | 901 | 80 | 6 | 79 |
| 1995 | CIN | 1B | 99 | 91 | 757 | 73 | 5 | 78 |
| 1996 | CIN | 1B | 140 | 133 | 1129 | 91 | 8 | 103 |
| 1997 | CIN | 1B | 89 | 84 | 672 | 52 | 7 | 67 |
| 1998 | KCA | 1B | 46 | 40 | 349 | 34 | 4 | 35 |
| 1998 | KCA | OF | 39 | 37 | 47 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | CIN | 1B | 25 | 10 | 107 | 6 | 1 | 10 |
| 1999 | CIN | OF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | CIN | 1B | 16 | 4 | 50 | 12 | 0 | 6 |
| 2000 | CIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | DET | 1B | 38 | 30 | 263 | 23 | 3 | 27 |
| 2000 | DET | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 982 |
| Left Field | 56 |
| Right Field | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 43 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Player of the Week | Week of 1998-04-18 |
| 1994 | Player of the Week | Week of 1994-07-09 |
| 1991 | Player of the Week | Week of 1991-05-11 |
| 1990 | Player of the Week | Week of 1990-07-06 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $500,000 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | $450,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $1,400,000 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | $3,100,000 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | $1,600,000 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | $3,300,000 |
| 1994 | CIN | NL | $2,150,000 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $1,275,000 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | $430,000 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | $180,000 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $114,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $14,499,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1984, 1985, 1986 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 18.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1990 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 3rd | 13.0 | 120 | 0 |