Tom Robson
Born: 1/15/1946 in Rochester, NY, USA
Died: 4/20/2021 in Chandler, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1974-09-14 | Final Game: 1975-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Thomas James Robson
Biography
Tom Robson, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1974 to 1975. As a position player, Robson appeared in 23 games, primarily contributing as a role player during a time when the game was evolving with the advent of more specialized roles. He recorded 10 hits over his career, achieving a batting average of .208. While he did not hit any home runs, Robson tallied 4 RBIs and showcased his skills on the basepaths, although he did not register any stolen bases.
Robson's time in the majors coincided with a transformative era in baseball, marked by the increasing importance of power hitting and the emergence of relief specialists. Despite his limited playing time and modest statistics, Robson's presence in the league during this period reflects the competitive nature of the sport and the challenges faced by players striving to make their mark in a highly talented environment. His career serves as a reminder of the many athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 48 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.208 | 0.278 | 0.229 | 0.507 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | TEX | AL | 6 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | TEX | AL | 17 | 35 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 4 | 40 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1975 | TEX | 1B | 5 | 4 | 38 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix College | Phoenix | AZ | 1964, 1965 |
| Utah State University | Logan | UT | 1966, 1967 |