Ty Cobb
Inducted:
1936
Coach Stats
Born:
December 18, 1886
Narrows, Georgia, U.S.
Died:
July 17, 1961 (aged 74)
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Position:
Center fielder
Ty Cobb, known as "The Georgia Peach," is often regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Playing for the Detroit Tigers from 1905 to 1926, Cobb was a fierce competitor with a combination of speed, power, and a relentless drive to win.
Over his 24-season career, Cobb amassed an astounding 4,189 hits, a record that stood for decades until Pete Rose surpassed it in 1985. His career batting average of .366 remains the highest in MLB history.
Cobb was a 12-time American League batting champion and led the league in hits, runs, and stolen bases multiple times. His combination of offensive prowess and fierce play on the field made him a fan favorite and a controversial figure.
Cobb's legacy endures in his numerous records and his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame as one of the first five players elected in 1936.
Cobb's Awards and Records
- AL MVP (1911)
- Triple Crown (1909)
- 12× AL batting champion
- AL home run leader
- 4× AL RBI leader
- 6× AL stolen base leader
- Name honored by the Tigers
- Major League Baseball All-Century Team
MLB Teams
Detroit Tigers (1905–1926)
Philadelphia Athletics (1927–1928)
MLB Stats
Seasons:
24
Games Played:
3,035
Batting Average:
.366
Hits:
4,191
Home Runs:
117
Runs Scored:
2,246
Stolen Bases:
897
On Base Percentage:
.433