George Van Haltren
A leadoff hitter with excellent speed and decent power, George Van Haltren was a star center fielder for the New York Giants in the 1890s. A former pitcher, Van Haltren had a powerful left arm and routinely recorded 20 or more assists in a season despite his reputation as a rocket-thrower. He hit .316 in his 17-year major league career and logged another six seasons in the Pacific Coast League after an ankle injury limited his mobility. His 2,532 hits are among the most of any player in the 19th century who is not in the Hall of Fame.
Played For
Chicago Cubs (1887-1889)
Baltimore Orioles, American Association (1891)
Baltimore Orioles, National League (1892)
Pittsburgh Pirates (1892-1893)
New York Giants (1894-1903)
Managed
Baltimore Orioles, National League (1892)
All-Time Rankings
George Van Haltren ranks #34 among the Top 50 all-time at CF. Rankings ⇒
Born
George Edward Martin Van Haltren was born on March 30, 1866, in St. Louis, MO.
Died
September 29, 1945, Oakland, CA
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Primary Position: OF
Primary Team: NY1
Major League Debut
June 27, 1887
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Nicknames
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| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1936 |
Veterans |
1 |
% |
|
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