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Appearances
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sammy Hughes born?
Sammy Hughes was born on October 20, 1910.
Where was Sammy Hughes born?
Sammy Hughes was born in Louisville, KY.
How tall was Sammy Hughes?
Sammy Hughes was 6-3 (190 cm) tall.
How much did Sammy Hughes weigh when playing?
Sammy Hughes weighed 192 lbs (87 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Sammy Hughes play?
Sammy Hughes played 13 seasons.
Is Sammy Hughes in the Hall of Fame?
Sammy Hughes has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Sammy Hughes play?
Sammy Hughes was a Second Baseman and First Baseman.
How many hits did Sammy Hughes have?
Sammy Hughes had 491 hits over his career.
How many home runs did Sammy Hughes have?
Sammy Hughes had 21 home runs over his career.
What was Sammy Hughes' average?
Sammy Hughes had a .312 average over his career.
How many teams has Sammy Hughes played for?
Sammy Hughes played for 7 teams; the Louisville Black Caps, Louisville White Sox, Washington Pilots, Nashville Elite Giants, Columbus Elite Giants, Washington Elite Giants and Baltimore Elite Giants.
How many World Series has Sammy Hughes won?
Sammy Hughes never won a World Series.
When did Sammy Hughes retire?
Sammy Hughes last played in 1946.
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