Willard Hunter, baseball player, 1962-1964

Willard Hunter

Born: 3/8/1934 in Newark, NJ, USA

Died: 2/3/2021 in Omaha, NE, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-04-16 | Final Game: 1964-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Willard Mitchell Hunter

Biography

Willard Hunter was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1962 to 1964. Born in 1934, Hunter's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the expansion of the league and the increasing competitiveness of teams. He made his debut on April 16, 1962, showcasing his skills on the mound for multiple clubs throughout his brief stint in the majors. Over the course of his career, Hunter recorded a win-loss record of 4-9, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.68. He struck out 63 batters and notched 5 saves, demonstrating his ability to contribute both as a starter and a reliever. While his statistics may not reflect dominance, Hunter's presence on the field was part of the rich tapestry of the early '60s baseball landscape, where pitchers were often challenged by the evolving offensive strategies of the game. His journey through the majors remains a testament to the challenges and opportunities faced by players of his era.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 9 69 6 1 0 5 114.0 127 72 14 47 63 5.68 0

Career ERA 5.68 vs. league average 3.77 across their career seasons — 50.9% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
69 14 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0.286 0.286 0.286 0.571 0.0

Career AVG .286 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — +12.5% above league average.

Career OBP .286 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 10.5% below league average.

Career SLG .286 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 25.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.571 vs. league average 0.705 across their career seasons — 18.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 69 6 7 15 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 69