Harry Hooper
Inducted:
1971

Player Details
5-10, 168lb (178cm, 76kg)
Born:
August 24, 1887
Bell Station, California, U.S.
Died:
December 18, 1974
Santa Cruz, California, U.S.
Position:
Right fielder
College:
Saint Mary's College of California
Harry Hooper was a standout outfielder known for his speed, defense, and clutch hitting during the early 20th century. Spending the majority of his 17-year career with the Boston Red Sox, Hooper played a key role in the team’s dynasty, helping them capture four World Series titles between 1912 and 1918. Renowned for his exceptional defensive skills in right field, he led the league in outfield assists multiple times and was a reliable presence both in the field and at the plate.
Hooper’s batting combined consistency and power, finishing his career with over 2,200 hits and nearly 400 stolen bases. After stints with the Chicago White Sox and Red Sox, he retired having built a reputation as a disciplined, intelligent, and fundamentally sound player. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971, Hooper is remembered as one of the premier outfielders of the Deadball Era and a vital contributor to the Red Sox’s early success.
Hooper's Awards and Records
- 4× World Series Champion (1912, 1915, 1916, 1918)
- Led AL in outfield assists (multiple seasons)
- Renowned for defensive excellence in right field
MLB Records
- One of the top outfielders in assists during the Deadball Era
- Contributed to four Red Sox World Series championships, part of Boston’s early dynasty
MLB Teams:
Boston Red Sox (1909–1920)
Chicago White Sox (1921–1925)
Number Worn:
122
MLB Stats
Seasons:
17 (1909–1925)
Games Played:
2,466
Batting Average:
.281
Hits:
2,466
Home Runs:
75
Runs Batted In (RBI):
816
Stolen Bases:
375

