Hosken Powell

Born: 5/14/1955 in Selma, AL, USA

Died: 6/27/2025 in Pensacola, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-04-05 | Final Game: 1983-07-01

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs

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Biography

Hosken Powell was a professional baseball player born in 1955, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1978 until his retirement on July 1, 1983. As a versatile position player, Powell appeared in 594 games during his career, showcasing a blend of speed and skill on the field. He recorded 470 hits and 17 home runs, accumulating 160 RBIs while maintaining a batting average of .259. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he swiped 43 bags throughout his time in the league, demonstrating his agility and base-running prowess. Powell played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by increasing power in hitting and a focus on athleticism. His contributions were integral to the teams he played for, as he provided a reliable option in the lineup and a strong presence in the outfield. While he may not have achieved the superstar status of some of his contemporaries, Powell's solid performances and dedication to the game earned him a respected place in baseball history. His career reflects the competitive spirit of the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period that saw the evolution of the game towards a more dynamic and athletic style of play.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
594	1816	241	470	78	17	17	160	43	144	164	0.259	0.314	0.349	0.663	-2223.5

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .314 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .349 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 9.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.663 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 6.8% 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
1978	MIN	AL	121	381	55	94	20	2	3	31	11	45	31	0.247	.257 (-4%)	.323 (avg)	.378 (-12%)	.702 (-6%)	-415.2
1979	MIN	AL	104	338	49	99	17	3	2	36	5	33	25	0.293	.265 (+10%)	.329 (+9%)	.397 (-5%)	.727 (+2%)	192.9
1980	MIN	AL	137	485	58	127	17	5	6	35	14	32	46	0.262	.264 (-1%)	.326 (-5%)	.387 (-9%)	.714 (-7%)	-629.2
1981	MIN	AL	80	264	30	63	11	3	2	25	7	17	31	0.239	.255 (-7%)	.320 (-11%)	.368 (-12%)	.688 (-11%)	-548.3
1982	TOR	AL	112	265	43	73	13	4	3	26	4	12	23	0.275	.261 (+5%)	.324 (-6%)	.388 (avg)	.712 (-3%)	-238.8
1983	TOR	AL	40	83	6	14	0	0	1	7	2	5	8	0.169	.260 (-35%)	.324 (-34%)	.389 (-47%)	.714 (-41%)	-584.9