Hal Erickson

Born: 7/17/1919 in Portland, OR, USA

Died: 2/14/2008 in Ogden, UT, USA

MLB Debut: 1953-04-14 | Final Game: 1953-07-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 230 lbs

Full name: Harold James Erickson

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Biography

Hal Erickson, born in 1919, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from April 14, 1953, to July 10, 1953. As a position player, Erickson's tenure in the league was notable for its rarity, as he appeared in just 18 games. Unfortunately, he struggled to find success at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of .0, registering no hits, home runs, or RBIs during his time in the major leagues. Despite the challenges he faced, Erickson's journey to the majors reflects the competitive nature of baseball during the early 1950s, a time when the sport was transitioning into a more modern era. His experience serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in professional baseball, even if their careers were short-lived. Erickson's story, though not marked by statistical triumph, adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the perseverance and dedication of those who strive to play at the highest level.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	1	18	0	0	0	1	32.3	43	17	4	10	19	4.73	0

Career ERA 4.73 vs. league average 4.14 across their career seasons — 14.4% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1953	DET	AL	0	1	18	0	0	0	1	32.3	43	17	10	19	4.73	4.14 (-14%)	-0.2

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
18	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.733 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1953	DET	AL	18	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
P	18	0	3	3	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1953	DET	P	18	0	3	3	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	18