Bob Coulson

Born: 6/17/1887 in Courtney, PA, USA

Died: 9/11/1953 in Washington, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1908-08-04 | Final Game: 1914-07-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Robert Jackson Coulson

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Biography

Bob Coulson, born in 1887, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1908 to 1914. Primarily playing as a position player, Coulson appeared in 197 games over the course of his career. He recorded a total of 163 hits, contributing to a batting average of .236. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 43 bases, showcasing his ability to create scoring opportunities for his team. Coulson's offensive contributions included 67 RBIs and a solitary home run, reflecting a playing style that emphasized contact hitting and base running rather than power. Coulson played during the early years of the 20th century, a time when baseball was evolving and becoming more popular in American culture. His career coincided with the pre-Deadball Era, which saw a focus on strategic play and athleticism. While he may not have achieved the fame of some of his contemporaries, Coulson's contributions to his teams and the game during this transformative period in baseball history remain noteworthy. He retired on July 3, 1914, leaving behind a legacy as a gritty player who exemplified the determination and spirit of early baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
197	692	76	163	28	12	1	67	43	58	105	0.236	0.303	0.315	0.618	-1470.7

Career AVG .236 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 7.0% below league average.

Career OBP .303 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 5.1% below league average.

Career SLG .315 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 5.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.618 vs. league average 0.653 across their career seasons — 5.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1908	CIN	NL	8	18	3	6	1	1	0	1	0	3	3	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0
1910	BRO	NL	25	89	14	22	3	4	1	13	9	6	14	0.247	.249 (-1%)	.317 (-5%)	.326 (+24%)	.644 (+10%)	83.6
1911	BRO	NL	146	521	52	122	23	7	0	50	32	42	78	0.234	.266 (-12%)	.336 (-10%)	.356 (-14%)	.693 (-12%)	-1332.6
1914	PTF	FL	18	64	7	13	1	0	0	3	2	7	10	0.203	.255 (-20%)	.322 (-13%)	.339 (-36%)	.661 (-24%)	-221.7