Rabbit Robinson
Born: 3/5/1882 in Wellsburg, WV, USA
Died: 4/9/1915 in Waterbury, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-04-22 | Final Game: 1910-06-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 148 lbs
Full name: William Clyde Robinson
Biography
Rabbit Robinson, born in 1882, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1903 to 1910. He played a total of 206 games, during which he recorded 156 hits, including one home run, and drove in 58 runs. With a batting average of .223, Robinson showcased his skills in an era when the game was transitioning towards a more dynamic offensive style. His speed on the basepaths was evident as he accumulated 30 stolen bases, reflecting the small-ball strategies often employed during the early 20th century.
Robinson's career unfolded during a time when baseball was evolving from the deadball era, characterized by low-scoring games and an emphasis on contact hitting and speed. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by his versatility and tenacity, traits that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. Although not a superstar, Rabbit Robinson's presence on the field and his ability to contribute in various facets of the game left a lasting impression on the baseball landscape of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 | 700 | 71 | 156 | 23 | 14 | 1 | 58 | 30 | 63 | 50 | 0.223 | 0.294 | 0.300 | 0.594 | -814.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | WSN | AL | 103 | 373 | 41 | 79 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 20 | 16 | 33 | 30 | 0.212 | -958.4 |
| 1904 | DET | AL | 101 | 320 | 30 | 77 | 13 | 6 | 0 | 37 | 14 | 29 | 20 | 0.241 | 143.6 |
| 1910 | CIN | NL | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 64 | 18 | 124 | 218 | 22 | 25 |
| 3B | 33 | 26 | 27 | 61 | 10 | 5 |
| OF | 50 | 18 | 84 | 10 | 2 | 3 |
| SS | 54 | 28 | 102 | 177 | 31 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | WS1 | 2B | 45 | 0 | 81 | 150 | 21 | 19 |
| 1903 | WS1 | 3B | 5 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1903 | WS1 | SS | 24 | 0 | 48 | 83 | 19 | 4 |
| 1903 | WS1 | OF | 30 | 0 | 53 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 1904 | DET | 2B | 19 | 18 | 43 | 68 | 1 | 6 |
| 1904 | DET | 3B | 26 | 24 | 23 | 51 | 9 | 4 |
| 1904 | DET | SS | 30 | 28 | 54 | 94 | 12 | 7 |
| 1904 | DET | OF | 20 | 18 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1910 | CIN | 3B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 64 |
| Third Base | 33 |
| Shortstop | 54 |
| Left Field | 7 |
| Center Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 29 |