George Cox
Born: 11/15/1904 in Sherman, TX, USA
Died: 12/17/1995 in Bedford, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-04-12 | Final Game: 1928-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: George Melvin Cox
Biography
George Cox was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues during the late 1920s. Born in 1904, Cox made his debut on April 12, 1928, and his career spanned until September 29 of the same year. Throughout his short stint in the league, he compiled a record of 1-2 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.26. Over the course of his career, he recorded 22 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves.
Cox's time in the majors came during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was navigating the post-deadball era and evolving into a time of greater offensive output. Despite a brief career, his contributions on the mound reflected the challenges faced by pitchers of his time, who often had to adapt to the increasing power of hitters. While he may not have achieved lasting fame in the annals of baseball history, George Cox remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game during a significant era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 89.0 | 110 | 52 | 6 | 39 | 22 | 5.26 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 89.0 | 110 | 52 | 39 | 22 | 5.26 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 26 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.077 | 0.111 | 0.154 | 0.265 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 26 | 26 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHA | P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |