Rob Andrews
Born: 12/11/1952 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-04-07 | Final Game: 1979-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Robert Patrick Andrews
Biography
Rob Andrews, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1975 until his retirement in 1979. Over the course of his career, Andrews appeared in 493 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. He accumulated 365 hits, contributing to a batting average of .251. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 33 bases while also driving in 91 runs, highlighting his ability to impact games both with his bat and his legs.
Andrews played during a period characterized by a shift in the game, as it transitioned away from the deadball era and embraced a more offensive style. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for exemplified the grit and resilience of players during the late 1970s. With three home runs to his name, Andrews provided a spark in crucial moments, embodying the role of a dependable player in a rapidly evolving baseball landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 493 | 1454 | 174 | 365 | 30 | 15 | 3 | 91 | 33 | 148 | 121 | 0.251 | 0.318 | 0.298 | 0.616 | -3199.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 103 | 277 | 29 | 66 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 19 | 12 | 31 | 34 | 0.238 | -765.0 |
| 1976 | HOU | NL | 109 | 410 | 42 | 105 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 23 | 7 | 33 | 27 | 0.256 | -706.1 |
| 1977 | SFG | NL | 127 | 436 | 60 | 115 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 25 | 5 | 56 | 33 | 0.264 | -756.6 |
| 1978 | SFG | NL | 79 | 177 | 21 | 39 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 20 | 18 | 0.220 | -479.2 |
| 1979 | SFG | NL | 75 | 154 | 22 | 40 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 0.260 | -492.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 431 | 363 | 860 | 1137 | 57 | 241 |
| 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 10 | 5 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | HOU | 2B | 94 | 81 | 191 | 237 | 8 | 65 |
| 1975 | HOU | SS | 6 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| 1976 | HOU | 2B | 107 | 101 | 228 | 354 | 14 | 66 |
| 1976 | HOU | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SFN | 2B | 115 | 108 | 225 | 314 | 20 | 66 |
| 1978 | SFN | 2B | 62 | 44 | 120 | 131 | 6 | 23 |
| 1978 | SFN | SS | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | SFN | 2B | 53 | 29 | 96 | 101 | 9 | 21 |
| 1979 | SFN | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 432 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 10 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Player of the Week | Week of 1977-06-17 |