Hap Myers
Born: 4/8/1887 in San Francisco, CA, USA
Died: 6/30/1967 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-04-16 | Final Game: 1915-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Ralph Edward Myers
Biography
Hap Myers was a professional baseball player born in 1887, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1910 to 1915. During his career, he appeared in 377 games, showcasing a solid batting average of .268. Myers recorded 335 hits, including four home runs, and amassed 116 RBIs. Renowned for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 132 bases, a testament to his aggressive playing style and ability to disrupt opposing pitchers and catchers.
Myers' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to shift from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. His contributions were significant in an era that valued speed and defensive prowess, and he was known for his ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities for his team. Myers remains a noteworthy figure in the history of baseball, remembered for his impactful yet succinct career in the early 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 377 | 1251 | 203 | 335 | 42 | 7 | 4 | 116 | 132 | 119 | 131 | 0.268 | 0.338 | 0.322 | 0.660 | 74.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | BOS | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1911 | BOS | AL | 13 | 38 | 3 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0.368 | 0.0 |
| 1911 | SLA | AL | 11 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.297 | 0.0 |
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 140 | 524 | 74 | 143 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 50 | 57 | 38 | 48 | 0.273 | -74.9 |
| 1914 | BRF | FL | 92 | 305 | 61 | 67 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 29 | 43 | 44 | 43 | 0.220 | -235.8 |
| 1915 | BRF | FL | 118 | 341 | 61 | 98 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 28 | 32 | 39 | 0.287 | 385.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 353 | 0 | 3312 | 194 | 47 | 166 |
| OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | BOS | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | BOS | 1B | 12 | 0 | 102 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| 1911 | SLA | 1B | 11 | 0 | 121 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| 1913 | BSN | 1B | 135 | 0 | 1344 | 85 | 19 | 57 |
| 1914 | BRF | 1B | 88 | 0 | 784 | 44 | 9 | 47 |
| 1915 | BRF | 1B | 107 | 0 | 961 | 56 | 10 | 52 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 351 |
| Right Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Berkeley | Berkeley | CA | 1907, 1908, 1909 |