George Cobb, baseball player, 1892-1892

George Cobb

Born: 9/25/1865 in Independence, IA, USA

Died: 8/19/1926 in Pomona, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1892-04-15 | Final Game: 1892-10-13

Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: George Woodworth Cobb

Biography

George Cobb was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early days of Major League Baseball, marking his career from 1892 to 1904. Born in 1865, Cobb made his mark during a period when the game was still evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more organized and competitive structure. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-37, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.86, reflecting the challenges faced by many pitchers of his time. Cobb's pitching style was characterized by a focus on durability and the ability to take the mound frequently, as evidenced by his total of 159 strikeouts. Despite not securing any saves, his contributions on the field were instrumental in the development of the pitching position in a formative era for baseball. While his win-loss record may not have garnered him fame, Cobb's presence in the early leagues helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 37 53 47 42 0 0 394.3 495 213 21 140 159 4.86 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
57 172 20 36 4 5 1 13 2 22 37 0.209 0.299 0.308 0.607 -167.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 6 0 4 0 0 0
P 53 0 12 96 14 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 53
Left Field 1
Center Field 1
Right Field 4