Ken Hottman, baseball player, 1971-1971

Ken Hottman

Born: 5/7/1948 in Stockton, CA, USA

Died: 4/16/2018 in Sacramento, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1971-09-11 | Final Game: 1971-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Kenneth Roger Hottman

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Biography

Ken Hottman, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the early 1970s. His career spanned a brief period from September 11 to September 30, 1971, during which he played as a position player. Hottman appeared in a total of six games, where he recorded two hits and finished with a batting average of .125. Though he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs during his short stint in the majors, Hottman's presence on the field contributed to the diverse tapestry of players who participated in baseball during that era. The early 1970s were a transitional time in baseball, marked by the evolution of player roles and the increasing integration of talent from various backgrounds. While Hottman's career in the big leagues was limited, it nonetheless placed him among the ranks of those who pursued their dreams on the diamond, embodying the spirit of competition and the love of the game. Hottman’s journey serves as a reminder of the countless players who have contributed to the rich history of baseball, regardless of the length of their careers.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 16 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.125 0.176 0.125 0.301 0.0

Career AVG .125 vs. league average .249 across their career seasons — 49.9% below league average.

Career OBP .176 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 44.3% below league average.

Career SLG .125 vs. league average .365 across their career seasons — 65.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.301 vs. league average 0.682 across their career seasons — 55.8% 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
1971 CHW AL 6 16 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.125 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 5 5 5 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1971 CHA OF 5 5 5 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Sacramento City College Sacramento CA 1967, 1968