Al Rubeling
Born: 5/10/1913 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 1/28/1988 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1940-04-16 | Final Game: 1944-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Albert William Rubeling
Biography
Al Rubeling was a professional baseball player born in 1913, whose career spanned from 1940 to 1944. As a position player, he participated in 253 games over the course of his time in Major League Baseball. Rubeling recorded 186 hits, achieving a batting average of .249. He demonstrated power at the plate with 8 home runs and contributed to his teams with 79 runs batted in (RBIs). Additionally, he showcased his speed by stealing 8 bases, adding a dynamic element to his offensive play.
Rubeling played during a transformative period in baseball history, just before the post-World War II era, when the game saw significant changes in player demographics and athleticism. His contributions to the teams he played for reflect the competitive spirit of the time, as baseball began to evolve with the integration of new talent and styles of play. While not a household name, Rubeling's dedication to the game exemplified the hard work and perseverance of many players from his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 747 | 94 | 186 | 31 | 12 | 8 | 79 | 8 | 77 | 95 | 0.249 | 0.321 | 0.355 | 0.676 | -489.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHA | AL | 108 | 376 | 49 | 92 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 38 | 4 | 48 | 58 | 0.245 | -399.1 |
| 1941 | PHA | AL | 6 | 19 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | PIT | NL | 47 | 168 | 23 | 44 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.262 | -133.5 |
| 1944 | PIT | NL | 92 | 184 | 22 | 45 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 19 | 19 | 0.245 | 43.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 71 | 0 | 130 | 182 | 10 | 34 |
| 3B | 121 | 0 | 123 | 232 | 23 | 19 |
| OF | 18 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHA | 2B | 10 | 0 | 24 | 27 | 2 | 6 |
| 1940 | PHA | 3B | 98 | 0 | 96 | 184 | 20 | 13 |
| 1941 | PHA | 3B | 6 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| 1943 | PIT | 2B | 44 | 0 | 87 | 138 | 6 | 27 |
| 1943 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | PIT | 2B | 17 | 0 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 1 |
| 1944 | PIT | 3B | 16 | 0 | 18 | 38 | 0 | 5 |
| 1944 | PIT | OF | 18 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 71 |
| Third Base | 121 |
| Left Field | 10 |
| Right Field | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towson University | Towson | MD | 1932 |