Sammy Holbrook
Born: 7/17/1910 in Meridian, MS, USA
Died: 4/10/1991 in Jackson, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-25 | Final Game: 1935-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 189 lbs
Full name: James Marbury Holbrook
Biography
Sammy Holbrook was a professional baseball player born in 1910, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1935 season. Holbrook played as a position player, appearing in a total of 52 games over the course of his brief career. He demonstrated a solid offensive presence, finishing with 35 hits, 2 home runs, and 25 RBIs, which culminated in a batting average of .259. Although he did not record any stolen bases, his contributions at the plate helped his team during a competitive era in baseball.
Holbrook's career unfolded in a time when the sport was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensively driven style of play. Despite the brevity of his time in the majors, his performance reflected the challenges and opportunities of a young player's journey in the sport. His legacy, though not as widely known, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the talent that emerged during the mid-1930s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 135 | 20 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 30 | 16 | 0.259 | 0.408 | 0.348 | 0.756 | 226.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | WSN | AL | 52 | 135 | 20 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 30 | 16 | 0.259 | 226.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 47 | 0 | 145 | 12 | 8 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | WS1 | C | 47 | 0 | 145 | 12 | 8 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 47 |