Burt Hooton Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Burt Hooton Memorabilia & Collectibles

 Burt Hooton is a retired professional baseball player in the MLB. During his stay in the majors, Hooton was given the nickname of “Happy” by Tommy Lasorda because, ironically, Hooton smiled very sparingly. Hooton occupied the pitcher position why playing the MLB and was able to play for a total of 15 seasons. Hooton was born in Greenville, Texas.

 

While in the University of Texas at Austin, Hooton was able to hold a 35-3 win-loss record that included double no-hitters. Right after graduating from Texas, Hooton was picked from the 1971 amateur draft by the Chicago Cubs. Hooton was able to play directly for the Chicago Cubs, a feat that is rarely accomplished. His rookie year went great and he was able to pitch a no-hitter during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

 

In 1975, Hooton was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and was able to breathe new life to his career. During the 1978 season, Hooton was able to finish as the runner up for the Cy Young Award. The 1981 season was one of the best seasons in Hooton’s career. The pitcher was named into his first and only All-Star selection and was named as the MVP for the Championship Series of the National League.

 

Add new pizzazz to your game room with the help of autographed game used souvenirs. Get autographed baseballs of your favorite baseball stars and earn the awe of your friends. Autographed MLB bats and autographed MLB jerseys are also conversation starter pieces.

 

About Burt Hooton:

Burt Hooton (full name: Burt Carlton Hooton; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1971 until 1985 for the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers and Texas Rangers. He played for the Cubs from 1971 - 1975, Dodgers from 1975 - 1984 and Rangers in 1985. Over 15 seasons, he started 377 games, won 151 games, struck out 1491 batters, and had a 3.38 ERA. Born on February 7, 1950 in Greenville, TX, Hooton stands 6' 1" and weighs 210 lb. He attended King (Corpus Christi, TX) high school and was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 1st round (2nd pick) of the 1971 amateur draft (June Secondary). His debut was on June 17, 1971 and he played his final game on September 6, 1985. Over his career, Hooton made $1,455,000. Common misspellings of his name include Burt Burt Carlton hooten Hooton.