George Dockins

Born: 5/5/1917 in Clyde, KS, USA

Died: 1/22/1997 in Clyde, KS, USA

MLB Debut: 1945-05-05 | Final Game: 1947-08-19

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: George Woodrow Dockins

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Biography

George Dockins, born in 1917, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1945 to 1947. His career spanned a transformative period in baseball, shortly after World War II, when the sport began to see a resurgence in popularity and the integration of new talent. Dockins was known for his competitive spirit on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 8-6 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.55. While he did not register any saves during his time in the league, his contributions as a reliable pitcher were valued by his teams. Throughout his career, Dockins struck out 34 batters, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters and command the game. Although his time in the MLB was relatively brief, he left his mark during an era that was pivotal for the evolution of baseball, setting the stage for future generations of players. Dockins' career reflects the dedication and talent of those who played in the post-war years, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
8	6	35	12	5	2	0	131.7	142	52	6	40	34	3.55	0

Career ERA 3.55 vs. league average 3.82 across their career seasons — 7.0% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1945	STL	NL	8	6	31	12	5	2	0	126.3	132	45	38	33	3.21	3.67 (+13%)	-
1947	BRO	NL	0	0	4	0	0	0	0	5.3	10	7	2	1	11.81	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
35	35	4	6	0	0	0	1	0	6	12	0.171	0.293	0.171	0.464	0.0

Career AVG .171 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 34.5% below league average.

Career OBP .293 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 12.0% below league average.

Career SLG .171 vs. league average .366 across their career seasons — 53.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.464 vs. league average 0.698 across their career seasons — 33.5% 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
1945	STL	NL	31	34	4	6	0	0	0	1	0	6	11	0.176	—	—	—	—	0.0
1947	BRO	NL	4	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	35	0	5	26	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1945	SLN	P	31	0	5	24	1	0
1947	BRO	P	4	0	0	2	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	35