Jeremy Hazelbaker

Born: 8/14/1987 in Muncie, IN, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-04-03 | Final Game: 2017-10-01

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Jeremy Philip Hazelbaker

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Biography

Jeremy Hazelbaker was an American professional baseball player born in 1987, who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 2016 and 2017. Primarily serving as a position player, he played in a total of 155 games during his brief career. Known for his dynamic presence on the field, Hazelbaker showcased a blend of power and speed, hitting 14 home runs and driving in 38 RBIs while maintaining a batting average of .258. His ability to steal bases was evident, as he notched 6 stolen bases during his time in the league. Hazelbaker’s career unfolded during a period characterized by an increasing emphasis on offensive production and power hitting, as teams sought to maximize runs in a game that had transitioned from the traditional small-ball tactics of earlier eras. Despite the brevity of his time in the majors, Hazelbaker's contributions on the field reflected the evolving nature of baseball, where versatility and the ability to impact games in multiple ways became invaluable. His journey through the ranks showcased the challenges and triumphs that many players face as they aspire to leave their mark in the competitive world of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
155	252	45	65	9	5	14	38	6	27	84	0.258	0.327	0.500	0.827	469.4

Career AVG .258 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .327 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .422 across their career seasons — +18.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.827 vs. league average 0.745 across their career seasons — +11.1% above 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
2016	STL	NL	114	200	35	47	7	3	12	28	5	18	64	0.235	.255 (-8%)	.321 (-8%)	.417 (+15%)	.738 (+5%)	114.5
2017	AZ	NL	41	52	10	18	2	2	2	10	1	9	20	0.346	.254 (+36%)	.324 (+36%)	.425 (+35%)	.750 (+36%)	354.9