He also led the National League in hit batsmen with seven in 1946. In 1948, Hatten threw 51 pitches in a five-inning complete game shutout against Cincinnati, the fewest pitches for a complete game in major league history.
He achieved notable success as he topped the National League in hit batsmen with seven in 1946. The following year, Hatten accomplished an impressive feat by throwing just 51 pitches in a five-inning complete game shutout against Cincinnati, setting a record for the fewest pitches thrown in a complete game.