Bruce Von Hoff

Born: 11/17/1943 in Oakland, CA, USA

Died: 9/11/2012 in Gulfport, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1965-09-28 | Final Game: 1967-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 187 lbs

Full name: Bruce Frederick Von Hoff

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Biography

Bruce Von Hoff, born in 1943, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief career that spanned from 1965 to 1967. Known for his tenacity and dedication, Von Hoff made a mark in the game despite his limited playing time in the Major Leagues. He appeared in a total of 13 games, during which he recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .067. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his presence on the field contributed to the teams he played for during the mid-1960s, a period characterized by significant changes in Major League Baseball, including the integration of players and the emergence of new playing styles. Von Hoff's career, though short, reflects the experiences of many players who navigated the competitive landscape of baseball during an era that was evolving both on and off the field. While he did not leave a lasting statistical legacy, his journey through professional baseball highlights the persistence and commitment required to reach the highest level of the sport. Following his final appearance on October 1, 1967, Von Hoff's contributions to the game continued to resonate with those who appreciate the stories of all players who have donned a Major League uniform.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	3	13	10	0	0	0	53.3	55	30	3	30	23	5.06	0

Career ERA 5.06 vs. league average 3.40 across their career seasons — 48.9% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1965	HOU	NL	0	0	3	0	0	0	0	3.0	3	3	2	1	9.00	—	0.0
1967	HOU	NL	0	3	10	10	0	0	0	50.3	52	27	28	22	4.83	3.30 (-46%)	-1023.6

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
13	15	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.067	0.125	0.067	0.192	0.0

Career AVG .067 vs. league average .244 across their career seasons — 72.7% below league average.

Career OBP .125 vs. league average .309 across their career seasons — 59.5% below league average.

Career SLG .067 vs. league average .365 across their career seasons — 81.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.192 vs. league average 0.673 across their career seasons — 71.5% 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
1965	HOU	NL	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1967	HOU	NL	10	15	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.067	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	13	10	1	5	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1965	HOU	P	3	0	0	0	0	0
1967	HOU	P	10	10	1	5	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	13

College History

School Name	City	State	Years Attended
Northern Illinois University	DeKalb	IL	1963