Craig Robinson, baseball player, 1972-1977

Craig Robinson

Born: 8/21/1948 in Abington, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1972-09-09 | Final Game: 1977-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Craig George Robinson

Biography

Craig Robinson was a professional baseball player born in 1948 who had a career spanning from 1972 to 1977. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 292 games during his tenure in Major League Baseball. Known for his speed on the bases, Robinson accumulated 12 stolen bases throughout his career, reflecting a style of play that emphasized agility and base running rather than power hitting. He finished his career with a batting average of .219, recording 157 hits and driving in 42 runs, although he did not hit any home runs. Robinson played during a transitional era in baseball, marked by the end of the deadball era and the rise of more power-oriented play in subsequent years. Despite not being known for his offensive prowess, his contributions were significant in terms of team dynamics and defense. After concluding his playing career on October 1, 1977, Robinson left a legacy as a dedicated player who exemplified the hardworking spirit of the game during the 1970s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
292 718 80 157 15 6 0 42 12 42 107 0.219 0.263 0.256 0.519 -2651.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 25 9 24 38 4 7
3B 3 0 0 4 1 0
SS 233 201 360 581 43 115

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 25
Third Base 3
Shortstop 233

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Wake Forest University Winston-Salem NC 1968, 1969, 1970