Tom Grubbs
Born: 2/22/1894 in Mount Sterling, KY, USA
Died: 1/28/1986 in Lexington, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-10-03 | Final Game: 1920-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Thomas Dillard Grubbs
Biography
Tom Grubbs, born in 1894, was a professional baseball player whose career was brief yet memorable for its singularity. He played in the Major Leagues on October 3, 1920, marking a moment in baseball history as part of the early post-Deadball Era, a time characterized by a shift towards more dynamic offensive play. Although he appeared in only one game, Grubbs represented the challenges and aspirations of players during this transitional period in the sport.
During his lone appearance, Grubbs did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the lack of statistical achievements, his presence on a major league roster reflects the competitive nature of baseball and the opportunities that arose for players during the early 20th century. Grubbs' brief stint in the majors serves as a reminder of the many athletes who have contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.20 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | NY1 | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7.20 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | NY1 | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | NY1 | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington | KY | 1920 |