Robert Thomas Thigpen

Position: Pitcher
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 3", Weight: 195 lb.

Born: July 17, 1963 in Tallahassee, FL
Schools: Mississippi State University (Mississippi State, MS), Seminole Community College (Sanford, FL)
Drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 4th round of the 1985 amateur draft. (All Transactions)
Debut: August 6, 1986 (Age 23)   vs. BOS 3.0 IP, 5 H, 2 SO, 2 BB, 2 ER
Teams (by GP): WhiteSox/Phillies/Mariners 1986-1994

Final Game: April 27, 1994 (Age 30)
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