Jimmy Hurst, baseball player, 1997-1997

Jimmy Hurst

Born: 3/1/1972 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

Died: 7/6/2024 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1997-09-10 | Final Game: 1997-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Jimmy O'Neal Hurst

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Biography

Jimmy Hurst, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2009. Primarily playing as a position player, Hurst made his mark during an era characterized by offensive prowess and the increasing prominence of power hitters. Although his major league tenure was short-lived, appearing in just 13 games, he contributed to the teams he played for with his versatility and determination on the field. During his time in the league, Hurst recorded 3 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in a total of 1 run, finishing his career with a batting average of .176. While he did not achieve the statistical heights of many of his contemporaries, Hurst's journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges faced by players in highly competitive rosters. His time in the majors may not have been extensive, but it encapsulates the spirit of perseverance that defines countless athletes who strive for success in America's pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
13 17 1 3 1 0 1 1 0 2 6 0.176 0.263 0.412 0.675 0.0

Career AVG .176 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 33.9% below league average.

Career OBP .263 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — 21.9% below league average.

Career SLG .412 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.675 vs. league average 0.756 across their career seasons — 10.7% 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
1997 DET AL 13 17 1 3 1 0 1 1 0 2 6 0.176 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 12 4 12 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1997 DET OF 12 4 12 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1
Center Field 1
Right Field 10
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Three Rivers Community College Poplar Bluff MO 1991