Norwood Gibson
Born: 3/11/1877 in Peoria, IL, USA
Died: 7/7/1959 in Peoria, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-04-29 | Final Game: 1906-05-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Norwood Ringold Gibson
Biography
Norwood Gibson was a talented pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. Born in 1877, Gibson's professional career spanned from 1903 to 1906, a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensively-minded approach. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 34 wins and 32 losses, showcasing his competitiveness on the mound.
Gibson posted a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 2.93, indicating his effectiveness as a pitcher in an era where run production was often scarce. He recorded a total of 258 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to overpower hitters and contribute significantly to his team's pitching staff. Despite not recording any saves, Gibson's presence on the mound was felt throughout his career, as he consistently demonstrated skill and determination. His contributions during a formative period in baseball history helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 32 | 85 | 72 | 56 | 3 | 0 | 609.0 | 525 | 198 | 21 | 208 | 258 | 2.93 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BOS | AL | 13 | 9 | 24 | 21 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 183.3 | 166 | 65 | 65 | 76 | 3.19 | -631.4 |
| 1904 | BOS | AL | 17 | 14 | 33 | 32 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 273.0 | 216 | 67 | 81 | 112 | 2.21 | -1834.6 |
| 1905 | BOS | AL | 4 | 7 | 23 | 17 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 134.0 | 118 | 55 | 55 | 67 | 3.69 | -3173.0 |
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 25 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 5.30 | -893.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 203 | 15 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 21 | 94 | 0.138 | 0.222 | 0.167 | 0.390 | -798.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BOS | AL | 25 | 64 | 8 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 0.266 | 35.7 |
| 1904 | BOS | AL | 33 | 92 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 48 | 0.065 | -833.9 |
| 1905 | BOS | AL | 23 | 42 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0.095 | 0.0 |
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 85 | 51 | 26 | 169 | 13 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BOS | P | 24 | 0 | 10 | 55 | 4 | 2 |
| 1904 | BOS | P | 33 | 32 | 5 | 83 | 6 | 2 |
| 1905 | BOS | P | 23 | 17 | 11 | 26 | 3 | 2 |
| 1906 | BOS | P | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 85 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1895, 1896, 1897, 1898, 1899, 1900 |