Jackie Tobin
Born: 1/8/1921 in Oakland, CA, USA
Died: 1/18/1982 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-04-20 | Final Game: 1945-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Patrick Tobin
Biography
Jackie Tobin was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1945 season. Born in 1921, Tobin's career spanned a brief period from April 20 to September 30, 1945, a time when the game was still recovering from the impact of World War II. As a position player, he participated in 84 games, showcasing his skills primarily with the bat.
Throughout his career, Tobin recorded a total of 70 hits, contributing 21 runs batted in, and maintained a batting average of .252. Although he did not hit any home runs, his ability to get on base and contribute in other ways, including two stolen bases, underscored his role as a reliable player in a competitive era. While his time in the major leagues was limited, Tobin's contributions to his team reflected the grit and determination of players from that era, who often faced unique challenges both on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 278 | 25 | 70 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 26 | 24 | 0.252 | 0.320 | 0.288 | 0.608 | -492.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BOS | AL | 84 | 278 | 25 | 70 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 26 | 24 | 0.252 | -492.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 5 | 0 | 16 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| 3B | 72 | 0 | 82 | 151 | 12 | 17 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | BOS | 2B | 5 | 0 | 16 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| 1945 | BOS | 3B | 72 | 0 | 82 | 151 | 12 | 17 |
| 1945 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 5 |
| Third Base | 72 |
| Center Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's College of California | Moraga | CA | 1941 |