Tripp Sigman
Born: 1/17/1899 in Mooresville, NC, USA
Died: 3/8/1971 in Augusta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-09-18 | Final Game: 1930-08-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Wesley Triplett Sigman
Biography
Tripp Sigman was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early years of the 20th century, specifically during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Born in 1899, Sigman played primarily as a position player from 1929 until his last game on August 28, 1930. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 62 games, showcasing a solid offensive performance that included 42 hits and a batting average of .326. Known for his power at the plate, he recorded 6 home runs and drove in 15 RBIs, contributing to his team's efforts during a transitional period in baseball history.
Sigman's playing style was characterized by his effective hitting and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, as evidenced by his impressive batting average. While his career was short-lived and he did not achieve significant fame, he played during a time when the sport was evolving, moving away from the deadball era and beginning to embrace a more dynamic offensive approach. Despite not leaving an extensive statistical legacy, Tripp Sigman's contributions to his teams reflected the competitive spirit and talent present in the game during the late 1920s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 129 | 23 | 42 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 10 | 0.326 | 0.379 | 0.519 | 0.898 | -49.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | PHI | NL | 10 | 29 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.517 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | PHI | NL | 52 | 100 | 15 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0.270 | -49.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 29 | 0 | 56 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | PHI | OF | 10 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | PHI | OF | 19 | 0 | 39 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 25 |