Harold Hairston

Born: 4/6/1922 in Raleigh, WV, USA

Died: 8/25/1998 in Cleveland, OH, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 173 lbs

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Biography

Harold Hairston, born in 1922, is an active pitcher who continues to make his mark in the world of professional baseball. Throughout his career, Hairston has showcased a competitive spirit on the mound, amassing a record of 3-4 and demonstrating his ability to strike out batters, totaling 25 strikeouts. His earned run average (ERA) stands at 6.42, reflecting the challenges he faces in a sport that has evolved significantly over the decades. Hairston has also contributed to his team's success by securing 1 save, highlighting his capability to perform under pressure. As an active player, Hairston remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, navigating an era that has seen changes in pitching strategies and player conditioning. His ongoing presence in the league allows him to influence upcoming generations of players, as he embodies the perseverance and dedication that the sport demands. Hairston's journey serves as a testament to the enduring nature of baseball, where even in a challenging landscape, talent and hard work can shine through.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
3	4	15	5	3	0	1	54.7	55	39	6	20	25	6.42	0

Career ERA 6.42 vs. league average 3.78 across their career seasons — 69.8% 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
1946	HG	NN2	2	4	12	5	3	0	1	53.0	49	35	20	25	5.94	3.59 (-66%)	-954.8
1947	HG	NN2	1	0	3	0	0	0	0	1.7	6	4	0	0	21.60	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
15	23	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	0.087	0.087	0.087	0.174	0.0

Career AVG .087 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 66.5% below league average.

Career OBP .087 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 73.9% below league average.

Career SLG .087 vs. league average .367 across their career seasons — 76.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.174 vs. league average 0.700 across their career seasons — 75.2% 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
1946	HG	NN2	12	22	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	0.091	—	—	—	—	0.0
1947	HG	NN2	3	1	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	15	5	0	11	0	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1946	HG	P	12	5	0	11	0	1
1947	HG	P	3	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	15