Ham Schulte
Born: 9/1/1912 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 12/21/1993 in St. Charles, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1940-04-16 | Final Game: 1940-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 158 lbs
Full name: Herman Joseph Schulte
Biography
Ham Schulte was a professional baseball player born in 1912 who played in the major leagues during the early 1940s. His career spanned from April 16, 1940, to September 29, 1940, during which he appeared in 120 games as a position player. Schulte showcased his hitting abilities with a total of 103 hits, culminating in a batting average of .236. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed offensively with 21 RBIs and demonstrated speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases, alongside hitting 1 home run throughout his brief career.
Schulte's time in Major League Baseball coincided with a period marked by the challenges of World War II, which greatly affected the sport and its player rosters. While his career was relatively short, Schulte's dedication and performance during this tumultuous era contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His journey through the league serves as a reminder of the many players who, despite limited opportunities, left their mark on the game.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | 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 | 436 | 44 | 103 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 32 | 30 | 0.236 | 0.288 | 0.294 | 0.582 | -1702.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 120 | 436 | 44 | 103 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 32 | 30 | 0.236 | -1702.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 119 | 0 | 282 | 317 | 12 | 70 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHI | 2B | 119 | 0 | 282 | 317 | 12 | 70 |
| 1940 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 119 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City | IA | 1932, 1933, 1934 |