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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | BLN | NL | 10 | 37 | 53 | 47 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 394.3 | 495 | 213 | 140 | 159 | 4.86 | -2653.5 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | BLN | NL | 57 | 172 | 20 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 22 | 37 | 0.209 | -167.6 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | BLN | P | 53 | 0 | 12 | 96 | 14 | 0 |
| 1892 | BLN | OF | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 53 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 4 |