Earl Robinson
Born: 11/3/1936 in New Orleans, LA, USA
Died: 7/4/2014 in Fountain Valley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1958-09-10 | Final Game: 1964-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Earl John Robinson
Biography
Earl Robinson was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1958 to 1964. Born in 1936, Robinson made his mark in Major League Baseball primarily as a position player. Over the course of his career, he played in 170 games, accumulating 113 hits and demonstrating a solid batting average of .268. He contributed to his teams with a total of 12 home runs and 44 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to drive in runs when it mattered most. In addition to his offensive contributions, Robinson also displayed speed on the bases, recording 7 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Robinson played during a transformative era in baseball, which saw the integration of players from diverse backgrounds and significant changes in the style and pace of the game. His performance reflected the evolving dynamics of the sport, as players began to focus not only on power hitting but also on versatility and base running. While his time in the major leagues was relatively brief, Robinson’s contributions to the game were noteworthy, and he left a lasting impression on the teams he played for.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | 421 | 63 | 113 | 20 | 5 | 12 | 44 | 7 | 47 | 92 | 0.268 | 0.340 | 0.425 | 0.765 | 615.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | LAD | NL | 8 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | BAL | AL | 96 | 222 | 37 | 59 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 30 | 4 | 31 | 54 | 0.266 | 487.8 |
| 1962 | BAL | AL | 29 | 63 | 12 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 0.286 | 83.7 |
| 1964 | BAL | AL | 37 | 121 | 11 | 33 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 7 | 24 | 0.273 | 44.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 6 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 133 | 102 | 238 | 9 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | LAN | 3B | 6 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | BAL | OF | 82 | 53 | 136 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| 1962 | BAL | OF | 17 | 15 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | BAL | OF | 34 | 34 | 67 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 23 |
| Center Field | 22 |
| Right Field | 94 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Berkeley | Berkeley | CA | 1956, 1957 |