Norman Robinson

Born: 4/1/1913 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA

Died: 3/26/1984 in Pacoima, CA, USA

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Norman Wayne Robinson

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Biography

Norman Robinson, born in 1913, is an active player known for his versatility and solid contributions as a position player in Major League Baseball. With a career spanning over several decades, Robinson has participated in 171 games, showcasing his skills at the plate with a commendable batting average of .272. He has accumulated 160 hits and driven in 72 runs, illustrating his ability to be a consistent offensive presence. Although he has yet to hit a home run in his career, his agility on the bases is evident with 15 stolen bases, reflecting his speed and base-running intelligence. Robinson's playing style is characterized by his contact hitting and ability to produce runs, traits that have made him a valuable asset to his team. As he continues to compete at a high level, he remains a testament to the enduring spirit of the game, adapting through the evolving landscape of baseball. His contributions are particularly significant in the context of an era where players emphasize both speed and precision, allowing him to leave his mark despite the challenges of a demanding sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
171	588	84	160	23	7	0	72	15	40	0	0.272	0.321	0.335	0.656	-502.8

Career AVG .272 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .321 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .335 vs. league average .366 across their career seasons — 8.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.656 vs. league average 0.697 across their career seasons — 6.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	SB	BB	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1940	BEG	NN2	9	28	6	6	0	1	4	1	2	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0
1943	BEG	NN2	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	BEG	NN2	26	73	10	23	4	1	14	1	2	0.315	.261 (+21%)	.325 (+2%)	.357 (+11%)	.683 (+7%)	54.2
1945	BEG	NN2	40	138	23	44	6	1	13	2	5	0.319	.260 (+22%)	.328 (+4%)	.354 (+6%)	.683 (+5%)	86.2
1946	BEG	NN2	50	171	18	37	7	1	18	4	20	0.216	.256 (-16%)	.328 (-9%)	.358 (-25%)	.687 (-17%)	-480.4
1947	BBB	NAL	15	66	12	21	4	0	2	2	2	0.318	.262 (+21%)	.336 (+3%)	.376 (+1%)	.712 (+2%)	12.6
1948	BBB	NAL	29	111	15	29	2	3	21	5	9	0.261	.263 (-1%)	.340 (-5%)	.379 (-12%)	.719 (-9%)	-175.3

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	7	5	59	1	1	2
2B	2	1	2	3	0	0
3B	37	29	28	55	9	4
OF	118	111	194	8	11	0
SS	1	1	2	2	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1940	BEG	OF	8	8	11	0	2	0
1943	BEG	3B	2	0	0	0	0	0
1944	BEG	1B	1	1	12	0	0	0
1944	BEG	2B	1	0	0	0	0	0
1944	BEG	3B	1	1	2	6	1	1
1944	BEG	OF	19	15	22	0	2	0
1945	BEG	1B	6	4	47	1	1	2
1945	BEG	3B	32	27	25	49	8	3
1945	BEG	OF	2	2	3	1	0	0
1946	BEG	3B	1	0	0	0	0	0
1946	BEG	OF	49	46	73	3	2	0
1947	BBB	2B	1	1	2	3	0	0
1947	BBB	3B	1	1	1	0	0	0
1947	BBB	OF	11	11	26	2	1	0
1947	BBB	SS	1	1	2	2	0	0
1948	BBB	OF	29	29	59	2	4	0