Tip Tobin

Born: 9/15/1906 in Jamaica Plain, MA, USA

Died: 8/6/1983 in Rhinebeck, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1932-09-22 | Final Game: 1932-09-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 187 lbs

Full name: John Martin Tobin

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Biography

Tip Tobin, born in 1906, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball on September 22, 1932. Playing primarily as a position player, Tobin's career in the big leagues was notably short, as he participated in only one game, during which he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. Despite his limited statistical contributions, his inclusion in the league reflects the competitive nature of baseball during the early 1930s, a period marked by the transition away from the deadball era and the growing influence of more power-oriented hitters. While Tobin's time on the field was fleeting, it underscores the challenges many players faced in securing a lasting role within the major leagues, especially during an era that demanded exceptional talent and versatility. His single-game appearance serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness in the sport, often facing steep odds in achieving their dreams. Though his professional career was brief, Tip Tobin remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, illustrating the diverse paths players took in their pursuit of success.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .275 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .391 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1932 NY1 NL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Career Games by Position

Position Games

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Fordham University New York NY 1931, 1932