Wilbert Robinson, baseball player, 1886-1902

Wilbert Robinson

⭐ Hall of Fame 1945

Born: 6/29/1864 in Bolton, MA, USA

Died: 8/8/1934 in Atlanta, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 1886-04-19 | Final Game: 1902-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 215 lbs

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Biography

Wilbert Robinson, born in 1864, was a prominent figure in baseball during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, serving as a position player from 1886 until his final game on September 29, 1902. Over his 17-year career, Robinson appeared in 1,371 games, amassing 1,388 hits, 18 home runs, and 722 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .273. He also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 196 bases, which highlighted his all-around offensive capabilities. Playing in an era that transitioned from the rough-and-tumble days of the deadball era to the more modern style of play, Robinson adapted well to the evolving game, demonstrating consistent performance and versatility. His contributions to the sport were recognized with his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945, solidifying his legacy within the game. Robinson's career spanned a pivotal time in baseball history, and his achievements on the field reflected the changes occurring in the sport. Known for his strong work ethic and dedication, he left an indelible mark on the teams he played for, further influencing future generations of athletes. Robinson's story remains a testament to the rich tapestry of baseball history and the players who shaped its narrative.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1371 5075 637 1388 212 51 18 722 196 286 323 0.273 0.316 0.346 0.662 -5814.2

Career AVG .273 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .316 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 5.6% below league average.

Career SLG .346 vs. league average .361 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.662 vs. league average 0.695 across their career seasons — near 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
1886 PH4 AA 87 342 57 69 11 3 1 30 33 21 0 0.202 .246 (-18%) .302 (-16%) .331 (-22%) .634 (-19%) -1077.9
1887 PH4 AA 68 264 28 60 6 2 1 24 15 14 15 0.227 .270 (-16%) .331 (-19%) .373 (-26%) .705 (-23%) -1071.5
1888 PH4 AA 66 254 32 62 7 2 1 31 11 9 26 0.244 .238 (+2%) .290 (-7%) .319 (-6%) .610 (-7%) -304.1
1889 PH4 AA 69 264 31 61 13 2 0 28 9 6 34 0.231 .263 (-12%) .334 (-25%) .357 (-17%) .691 (-21%) -1070.1
1890 PH4 AA 82 329 32 78 13 4 4 42 20 16 0 0.237 .260 (-9%) .336 (-17%) .351 (-4%) .687 (-10%) -741.8
1890 BL3 AA 14 48 7 13 1 0 0 4 1 3 0 0.271 — — — — -741.8
1891 BL3 AA 93 334 25 72 8 5 2 46 18 16 37 0.216 .254 (-15%) .331 (-24%) .343 (-16%) .675 (-20%) -1344.8
1892 BLN NL 90 330 36 88 14 4 2 57 5 15 35 0.267 .244 (+9%) .316 (-5%) .327 (+7%) .644 (+1%) -34.1
1893 BLN NL 95 359 49 120 21 3 3 57 17 26 22 0.334 .279 (+20%) .356 (+7%) .379 (+15%) .735 (+11%) 724.2
1894 BLN NL 109 414 69 146 21 4 1 98 12 46 18 0.353 .309 (+14%) .379 (+11%) .435 (-1%) .814 (+5%) 561.9
1895 BLN NL 77 282 38 74 19 1 0 48 11 12 19 0.262 .296 (-11%) .361 (-18%) .399 (-16%) .761 (-17%) -998.6
1896 BLN NL 67 245 43 85 9 6 2 38 9 14 13 0.347 .290 (+19%) .354 (+9%) .387 (+18%) .741 (+14%) 567.1
1897 BLN NL 48 181 25 57 9 0 0 23 0 8 8 0.315 .291 (+8%) .354 (-2%) .387 (-6%) .741 (-4%) -134.3
1898 BLN NL 79 289 29 80 12 2 0 38 3 16 18 0.277 .270 (+2%) .333 (-5%) .347 (-4%) .680 (-5%) -281.4
1899 BLN NL 108 356 40 101 15 2 0 47 5 31 25 0.284 .282 (avg) .343 (avg) .366 (-8%) .710 (-4%) -233.1
1900 STL NL 60 210 26 52 5 1 0 28 7 11 20 0.248 .279 (-11%) .338 (-14%) .366 (-23%) .705 (-19%) -690.5
1901 BLA AL 68 239 32 72 12 3 0 26 9 10 16 0.301 .271 (+11%) .326 (+2%) .359 (+5%) .686 (+4%) 117.6
1902 BLA AL 91 335 38 98 16 7 1 57 11 12 17 0.293 .266 (+10%) .321 (avg) .343 (+14%) .665 (+7%) 287.9

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 32 0 228 13 20 20
C 1316 0 5174 1454 412 111
OF 8 0 6 0 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1886 PH4 1B 22 0 171 9 12 14
1886 PH4 C 61 0 265 109 45 12
1886 PH4 OF 5 0 6 0 1 0
1887 PH4 1B 3 0 10 1 4 0
1887 PH4 C 67 0 281 137 46 9
1887 PH4 OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1888 PH4 1B 1 0 9 0 1 2
1888 PH4 C 65 0 428 143 38 5
1889 PH4 C 69 0 290 106 24 8
1890 PH4 C 82 0 412 103 39 9
1890 BL3 1B 3 0 20 1 1 1
1890 BL3 C 11 0 83 11 1 3
1891 BL3 C 92 0 415 80 24 11
1891 BL3 OF 1 0 0 0 1 0
1892 BLN 1B 2 0 17 0 2 3
1892 BLN C 87 0 332 86 36 8
1892 BLN OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1893 BLN 1B 1 0 1 2 0 0
1893 BLN C 93 0 349 70 26 8
1894 BLN C 109 0 370 84 27 8
1895 BLN C 75 0 243 78 7 6
1896 BLN C 67 0 260 48 17 5
1897 BLN C 48 0 186 36 8 2
1898 BLN C 77 0 288 72 13 4
1899 BLN C 105 0 286 83 20 2
1900 SLN C 54 0 189 72 7 3
1901 BLA C 67 0 235 61 16 4
1902 BLA C 87 0 262 75 18 4

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 1316
First Base 32
Center Field 5
Right Field 3