Pug Griffin
Born: 4/24/1896 in Lincoln, NE, USA
Died: 10/12/1951 in Colorado Springs, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-07-27 | Final Game: 1920-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: Francis Arthur Griffin
Biography
Pug Griffin, born in 1896, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1917 to 1920. Primarily known as a position player, Griffin appeared in 23 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 6 hits, including one home run, and drove in 3 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .207. Known for his speed on the bases, he also successfully stole 1 base throughout his time in the league.
Griffin's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to emerge from the shadow of the deadball era. While his overall statistics may not stand out in the annals of baseball history, his contributions to his teams during the early 20th century provided a foundation for the evolving game. Despite his limited time on the field, Pug Griffin's journey reflects the passion and dedication of many players who shaped the landscape of baseball during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 29 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0.207 | 0.258 | 0.345 | 0.603 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 18 | 25 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | NY1 | NL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | 1B | 3 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1920 | NY1 | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |