Sandy Griffin

Born: 10/24/1858 in Fayetteville, NY, USA

Died: 6/4/1926 in Syracuse, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1884-05-26 | Final Game: 1893-05-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Tobias Charles Griffin

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Biography

Sandy Griffin was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the late 19th century, playing primarily as a position player from 1884 to 1893. Born in 1858, Griffin's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play. He participated in 166 games, amassing a total of 173 hits, which contributed to a solid career batting average of .275. Known for his speed on the bases, Griffin successfully stole 25 bases during his time in the league, showcasing his ability to impact games both offensively and defensively. Throughout his career, Griffin recorded 5 home runs and 78 RBIs, demonstrating his capability to drive in runs and provide significant contributions to his team's offense. His playing style reflected the competitive nature of the era, as players adapted to evolving strategies and fan expectations. Griffin's legacy lies in his role as a key player during a formative time in baseball history, as the sport began to attract larger crowds and gain greater national attention. His achievements remain a testament to the early roots of the game and the players who laid the groundwork for future generations.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
166	630	116	173	35	7	5	78	25	77	24	0.275	0.361	0.376	0.737	1078.9

Career AVG .275 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — +6.9% above league average.

Career OBP .361 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — +12.1% above league average.

Career SLG .376 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — +8.5% above league average.

Career OPS 0.737 vs. league average 0.668 across their career seasons — +10.3% above 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
1884	NY1	NL	16	62	7	11	2	0	0	6	0	1	19	0.177	.243 (-27%)	.278 (-32%)	.327 (-36%)	.606 (-34%)	-291.8
1890	RC2	AA	107	407	85	125	28	4	5	53	21	50	0	0.307	.260 (+18%)	.336 (+15%)	.351 (+23%)	.687 (+19%)	1529.7
1891	WS9	AA	20	69	15	19	4	2	0	10	2	10	3	0.275	.254 (+8%)	.331 (+20%)	.343 (+14%)	.675 (+17%)	223.2
1893	STL	NL	23	92	9	18	1	1	0	9	2	16	2	0.196	.279 (-30%)	.356 (-12%)	.379 (-40%)	.735 (-26%)	-382.1