Neal Finn
Born: 1/24/1904 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 7/7/1933 in Allentown, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-04-21 | Final Game: 1933-06-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Cornelius Francis Finn
Biography
Neal Finn was a professional baseball player born in 1904, who played in Major League Baseball from 1930 until 1933. As a versatile position player, Finn made a mark during an era that was transitioning from the power-hitting dominance of the 1920s to the more strategic play of the 1930s. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 321 games, accumulating 274 hits and finishing with a batting average of .262. His contributions to his teams included 102 RBIs and 3 home runs, highlighting his role as a reliable hitter in the lineup.
Finn was known for his speed on the basepaths, evidenced by his 9 stolen bases, which added a dynamic element to his playing style. While he may not have been among the game’s most celebrated stars, his steady performance and ability to contribute in key situations reflected the gritty determination characteristic of players in the early 20th century. Neal Finn's career, although brief, left an imprint during a pivotal time in baseball history, as the sport evolved towards the modern era. He retired from the game on June 17, 1933, leaving behind a respectable legacy as a solid player of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 321 | 1044 | 125 | 274 | 44 | 5 | 3 | 102 | 9 | 68 | 89 | 0.262 | 0.314 | 0.323 | 0.637 | -2754.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BRO | NL | 87 | 273 | 42 | 76 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 26 | 18 | 0.278 | -484.1 |
| 1931 | BRO | NL | 118 | 413 | 46 | 113 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 45 | 2 | 21 | 42 | 0.274 | -909.0 |
| 1932 | BRO | NL | 65 | 189 | 22 | 45 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 15 | 0.238 | -777.6 |
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 51 | 169 | 15 | 40 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 0.237 | -583.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 246 | 0 | 551 | 734 | 48 | 163 |
| 3B | 50 | 0 | 34 | 92 | 9 | 7 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BRO | 2B | 81 | 0 | 182 | 235 | 23 | 63 |
| 1931 | BRO | 2B | 112 | 0 | 260 | 331 | 15 | 65 |
| 1932 | BRO | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1932 | BRO | 3B | 50 | 0 | 34 | 92 | 9 | 7 |
| 1932 | BRO | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | PHI | 2B | 51 | 0 | 107 | 164 | 10 | 34 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 246 |
| Third Base | 50 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 19th | 5.0 | 80 | 0 |