Guy Zinn
Born: 2/13/1887 in Holbrook, WV, USA
Died: 10/6/1949 in Nutter Fort, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-09-11 | Final Game: 1915-09-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Guy Zinn was a professional baseball player born in 1887, whose career spanned from 1911 to 1915. He played primarily as a position player during a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused game. Over the course of his career, Zinn appeared in 314 games, where he showcased his skills as a reliable hitter and an agile base runner. He recorded 297 hits with a respectable batting average of .269, complemented by 15 home runs and 139 RBIs. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he successfully swiped 28 bases, contributing to his teams' offensive strategies.
Zinn's playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball during the early 20th century. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions on the field were significant in the context of the era. His career, though relatively short, was marked by a consistent performance that left a lasting impression on the teams he played for. Zinn's legacy is a testament to the many players who helped shape the game in its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | 1103 | 136 | 297 | 51 | 23 | 15 | 139 | 28 | 109 | 77 | 0.269 | 0.338 | 0.398 | 0.736 | 1809.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | NYY | AL | 9 | 27 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0.148 | 0.0 |
| 1912 | NYY | AL | 106 | 401 | 56 | 105 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 55 | 17 | 50 | 0 | 0.262 | 474.1 |
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 36 | 138 | 15 | 41 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 23 | 0.297 | 131.0 |
| 1914 | BLF | FL | 61 | 225 | 30 | 63 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 25 | 6 | 16 | 26 | 0.280 | 474.2 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 102 | 312 | 30 | 84 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 43 | 2 | 35 | 28 | 0.269 | 730.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 294 | 0 | 472 | 35 | 40 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | NYA | OF | 8 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1912 | NYA | OF | 106 | 0 | 158 | 9 | 20 | 1 |
| 1913 | BSN | OF | 35 | 0 | 83 | 8 | 5 | 1 |
| 1914 | BLF | OF | 57 | 0 | 82 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 1915 | BLF | OF | 88 | 0 | 139 | 11 | 8 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 109 |
| Center Field | 98 |
| Right Field | 89 |