Hank Robinson
Born: 8/16/1887 in Floyd, AR, USA
Died: 7/3/1965 in North Little Rock, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-09-02 | Final Game: 1918-08-12
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Henry Robinson
Biography
Hank Robinson, born in 1887, was a notable pitcher who had a distinguished career in Major League Baseball from 1911 to 1918. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 42-37, showcasing his ability to compete effectively on the mound during an era that was transitioning from the deadball era into a more offense-oriented style of play. Robinson's earned run average (ERA) of 2.53 highlighted his skill in limiting runs and making him a formidable opponent for hitters of his time.
Robinson recorded a total of 238 strikeouts and achieved 2 saves, underscoring his capability as a strikeout pitcher who could deliver crucial performances in high-pressure situations. His contributions to the game during the early 20th century reflect a time when pitching was becoming increasingly important in shaping the dynamics of baseball. Although his career was relatively short-lived, Hank Robinson left an enduring legacy as a reliable pitcher whose talents were recognized in the competitive landscape of his era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 37 | 150 | 73 | 32 | 3 | 2 | 701.3 | 646 | 197 | 6 | 159 | 238 | 2.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 2.77 | 144.6 |
| 1912 | PIT | NL | 12 | 7 | 33 | 16 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 175.0 | 146 | 44 | 30 | 79 | 2.26 | 2330.3 |
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 14 | 9 | 43 | 23 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 196.3 | 184 | 52 | 41 | 50 | 2.38 | 1118.8 |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 7 | 8 | 26 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 126.0 | 128 | 42 | 32 | 30 | 3.00 | - |
| 1915 | STL | NL | 7 | 8 | 32 | 15 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 143.0 | 128 | 39 | 35 | 57 | 2.45 | - |
| 1918 | NYY | AL | 2 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 48.0 | 47 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 3.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | 218 | 11 | 37 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 22 | 0.170 | 0.199 | 0.193 | 0.392 | -551.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | PIT | NL | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1912 | PIT | NL | 33 | 59 | 4 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.254 | -150.9 |
| 1913 | PIT | NL | 43 | 61 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.180 | -400.5 |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 26 | 35 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | STL | NL | 32 | 47 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.106 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | NYY | AL | 11 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 150 | 0 | 15 | 193 | 2 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | PIT | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 1912 | PIT | P | 33 | 0 | 5 | 40 | 0 | 1 |
| 1913 | PIT | P | 43 | 0 | 5 | 45 | 1 | 2 |
| 1914 | SLN | P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 47 | 1 | 0 |
| 1915 | SLN | P | 32 | 0 | 3 | 43 | 0 | 4 |
| 1918 | NYA | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 150 |