Neal Finn, baseball player, 1930-1933

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

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

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