J C Hartman

Born: 4/15/1934 in Cottonton, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-07-21 | Final Game: 1963-07-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

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Biography

J.C. Hartman was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1962 to 1963. Born in 1934, Hartman’s career spanned a brief period in Major League Baseball, during which he appeared in 90 games. He recorded a total of 44 hits, contributing to a batting average of .185. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 8 runs and showcased his speed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases. Hartman’s time in the majors coincided with a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with increased competition and changing player dynamics. Despite not being a standout performer statistically, Hartman’s perseverance and presence in the league reflected the journey of many players who aimed to make their mark during the early 1960s. His contributions to the teams he played for remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
90	238	13	44	6	0	0	8	2	6	29	0.185	0.211	0.210	0.421	-1606.9

Career AVG .185 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — 26.6% below league average.

Career OBP .211 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — 33.4% below league average.

Career SLG .210 vs. league average .383 across their career seasons — 45.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.421 vs. league average 0.700 across their career seasons — 39.8% 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
1962	HOU	NL	51	148	11	33	5	0	0	5	1	4	16	0.223	.257 (-13%)	.326 (-24%)	.393 (-35%)	.719 (-30%)	-765.2
1963	HOU	NL	39	90	2	11	1	0	0	3	1	2	13	0.122	.246 (-50%)	.308 (-51%)	.371 (-64%)	.680 (-58%)	-841.7