Earl Taborn

Born: 7/22/1922 in Carrier Mills, IL, USA

Died: 12/21/1996 in San Antonio, TX, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 161 lbs

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Biography

Earl Taborn, born in 1922, is an active position player known for his contributions to the game as a reliable and versatile athlete. With a career spanning over his current active status, Taborn has played in 104 games, where he has amassed 91 hits and maintained a batting average of .278. His offensive capabilities are highlighted by 45 RBIs and a solitary home run, showcasing his ability to drive in runs while also demonstrating an understanding of situational hitting. Additionally, Taborn has showcased his speed on the basepaths, successfully stealing 3 bases throughout his career. Taborn's playing style reflects a strong work ethic and an adaptable approach, allowing him to fulfill various roles on the field. As he continues to compete at a high level, he represents a connection to the evolving landscape of baseball, bridging different eras of the game. His consistent performance and dedication to the sport make him a noteworthy figure, as he remains a valuable asset to his team and an inspiration to younger players aspiring to make their mark in professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
104 327 41 91 22 0 1 45 3 37 2 0.278 0.360 0.355 0.715 117.7

Career AVG .278 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — +6.7% above league average.

Career OBP .360 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — +7.5% above league average.

Career SLG .355 vs. league average .371 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.715 vs. league average 0.707 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
1946 KCM NAL 20 56 4 11 2 0 1 2 0 3 0 0.196 .256 (-24%) .328 (-28%) .358 (-20%) .687 (-24%) -225.7
1947 KCM NAL 40 123 22 36 10 0 0 20 1 13 0 0.293 .262 (+12%) .336 (+14%) .376 (-1%) .712 (+6%) 180.6
1948 KCM NAL 44 148 15 44 10 0 0 23 2 21 2 0.297 .263 (+13%) .340 (+13%) .379 (-4%) .719 (+4%) 162.7

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
13 42 3 9 1 1 0 2 5 3 0.214

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1948 ALC KCM 6 19 1 5 1 0 0 1 2 0 0.263
1946 NWS KCM 7 23 2 4 0 1 0 1 3 3 0.174

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 101 97 611 84 26 9

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1946 KCM C 19 16 94 18 7 3
1947 KCM C 38 37 224 30 9 3
1948 KCM C 44 44 293 36 10 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 101