Hersh Martin

Born: 9/19/1909 in Birmingham, AL, USA

Died: 11/17/1980 in Cuba, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1937-04-23 | Final Game: 1945-09-23

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Hershel Ray Martin

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Biography

Hersh Martin was a professional baseball player born in 1909, whose career spanned from 1937 to 1945. Primarily a position player, Martin made a significant impact in the Major Leagues, appearing in 607 games and accumulating 643 hits throughout his tenure. He showcased a strong batting ability, finishing his career with an impressive batting average of .285. Known for his power and consistency at the plate, Martin hit 28 home runs and drove in 215 runs, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 33 stolen bases. During his career, which unfolded in the backdrop of World War II, Martin earned recognition as an All-Star, highlighting his status among the elite players of his time. His contributions to the game were marked by a blend of skill and determination, reflecting the competitive nature of baseball during the 1930s and 1940s. Martin's legacy as a reliable hitter and his pivotal role in the teams he played for remain a notable part of baseball history. He retired on September 23, 1945, leaving behind a commendable record and a lasting impression in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
607	2257	331	643	135	29	28	215	33	253	207	0.285	0.359	0.408	0.766	3015.2

Career AVG .285 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — +5.9% above league average.

Career OBP .359 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — +6.7% above league average.

Career SLG .408 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — +7.0% above league average.

Career OPS 0.766 vs. league average 0.717 across their career seasons — +6.9% 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
1937	PHI	NL	141	579	102	164	35	7	8	49	11	69	66	0.283	.276 (+2%)	.342 (+6%)	.398 (+3%)	.740 (+4%)	567.8
1938	PHI	NL	120	466	58	139	36	6	3	39	8	34	48	0.298	.272 (+9%)	.341 (+2%)	.392 (+7%)	.734 (+5%)	319.7
1939	PHI	NL	111	393	59	111	28	5	1	22	4	42	27	0.282	.274 (+3%)	.342 (+4%)	.393 (-2%)	.735 (+1%)	85.1
1940	PHI	NL	33	83	10	21	6	1	0	5	1	9	9	0.253	.267 (-5%)	.335 (-3%)	.387 (-10%)	.722 (-7%)	-93.5
1944	NYY	AL	85	328	49	99	12	4	9	47	5	34	26	0.302	.261 (+15%)	.325 (+14%)	.357 (+24%)	.683 (+19%)	1145.0
1945	NYY	AL	117	408	53	109	18	6	7	53	4	65	31	0.267	.260 (+2%)	.328 (+12%)	.354 (+10%)	.683 (+11%)	991.0