Hank Small
Born: 7/31/1953 in Atlanta, GA, USA
Died: 3/3/2010 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-09-27 | Final Game: 1978-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: George Henry Small
Biography
Hank Small, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief moment in the late 1970s. He made his Major League debut on September 27, 1978, stepping onto the field as a position player. Small's time in the big leagues was notably short, as he played just one game during his career. Unfortunately, he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .0 and zero stolen bases.
Though his tenure in Major League Baseball was limited, Small's journey reflects the challenges faced by many players during an era when the competition for roster spots was fierce. His story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspire to play at the highest level, often facing obstacles and, in some cases, fleeting opportunities. Despite the brevity of his career, Hank Small remains a part of baseball history, emblematic of the dreams held by many who seek to leave their mark on the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | ATL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Columbia | SC | 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975 |