Art Ruble, baseball player, 1927-1934

Art Ruble

Born: 3/11/1903 in Knoxville, TN, USA

Died: 11/1/1983 in Maryville, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1927-04-18 | Final Game: 1934-05-13

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: William Arthur Ruble

Biography

Art Ruble, born in 1903, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Playing primarily as a position player, Ruble's career spanned from 1927 until his final game on May 13, 1934. Over the course of his time in the big leagues, he appeared in 75 games, amassing 30 hits, 19 runs batted in (RBIs), and a batting average of .207. Although he did not hit any home runs, Ruble showcased his speed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases. Ruble's era was characterized by a transitional phase in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a period marked by increased offense. Despite not having overwhelming statistics, Ruble's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination of players during this time. His journey through the majors, although brief, is a testament to the many players who shaped the game during its formative years, helping to set the stage for future generations of baseball talent.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
75 145 23 30 8 2 0 19 2 21 18 0.207 0.311 0.290 0.601 -458.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 57 0 86 5 7 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 29
Center Field 13
Right Field 16

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Maryville College Maryville TN 1920, 1921, 1922, 1923