Bill Hunter

Born: 1855 in St. Thomas, ON, CAN

Died: 4/12/1918 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1884-05-02 | Final Game: 1884-05-09

Bats: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: William F. Hunter

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Biography

Bill Hunter, born in 1855, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the early days of Major League Baseball. He played as a position player, making his mark in the league during a time when the game was still evolving from its 19th-century roots. Hunter's major league career lasted from May 2, 1884, to May 9, 1884, during which he participated in just two games. Despite the limited scope of his career, Hunter's presence in the early days of professional baseball reflects the transitional nature of the sport as it moved toward the modern era. He recorded one hit in his two appearances, resulting in a batting average of .143. Although Hunter did not achieve significant statistical milestones, his involvement in the game during this formative period contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the diverse range of players who helped lay the groundwork for future generations. His time in the league, albeit short, underscores the competitive spirit and passion for the game that characterized this early era of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	7	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.143	0.143	0.143	0.286	0.0

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .243 across their career seasons — 41.3% below league average.

Career OBP .143 vs. league average .279 across their career seasons — 48.8% below league average.

Career SLG .143 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 56.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.286 vs. league average 0.606 across their career seasons — 52.9% 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
1884	LS2	AA	2	7	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	2	0	5	1	3	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1884	LS2	C	2	0	5	1	3	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	2