Mike Hopkins

Born: 11/1/1872 in Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland

Died: 2/5/1952 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1902-08-24 | Final Game: 1902-08-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Michael Joseph Hopkins

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Biography

Mike Hopkins, born in 1872, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief but notable period in the early 20th century. He played in the major leagues on August 24, 1902, representing a time when baseball was transitioning from the rough-and-tumble days of the 19th century into a more organized and commercially viable sport. As a position player, Hopkins participated in just one game during his career, yet he left a mark by recording two hits, achieving a batting average of 1.0. Despite the brevity of his time in the league, Hopkins' performance highlights the challenges and competitiveness of breaking into professional baseball during this era. With zero home runs and RBIs, his contributions were limited, but he was part of a generation of players who helped shape the game's early landscape. His experience reflects the realities faced by many players of his time, where roster spots were fiercely contested, and only a select few would remain in the game for an extended period. Mike Hopkins' brief appearance in the major leagues serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the diverse paths players have taken in pursuit of their dreams on the diamond.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	2	0	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1.000	1.000	1.500	2.500	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — +274.8% above league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — +210.9% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — +336.5% above league average.

Career OPS 2.500 vs. league average 0.665 across their career seasons — +275.8% 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
1902	PIT	NL	1	2	0	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	1	0	3	1	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1902	PIT	C	1	0	3	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	1