Bob Barton
Born: 7/30/1941 in Norwood, OH, USA
Died: 1/15/2018 in Vista, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-09-17 | Final Game: 1974-07-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Robert Wilbur Barton
Biography
Bob Barton was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1965 to 1974. Born in 1941, Barton played primarily as a position player and appeared in 393 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he recorded 237 hits, including 9 home runs, and drove in 66 runs, finishing with a batting average of .226. Known for his versatility on the field, Barton contributed to various teams by showcasing his skills in multiple positions.
Barton played in an era characterized by significant changes in the game, as the 1960s and early 1970s saw the transition from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play. Despite facing fierce competition, he made a name for himself as a reliable player. Known for his grit and determination, Barton also displayed some speed, totaling 3 stolen bases throughout his career. His tenure in baseball, while not marked by overwhelming statistics, reflected the dedication and resilience that defined many players of his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393 | 1049 | 54 | 237 | 31 | 3 | 9 | 66 | 3 | 87 | 168 | 0.226 | 0.287 | 0.287 | 0.574 | -2714.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | SFG | NL | 4 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | SFG | NL | 43 | 91 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0.176 | -555.0 |
| 1967 | SFG | NL | 7 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | SFG | NL | 46 | 92 | 4 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 0.261 | -88.4 |
| 1969 | SFG | NL | 49 | 106 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 19 | 0.170 | -646.2 |
| 1970 | SDP | NL | 61 | 188 | 15 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 15 | 37 | 0.218 | -559.5 |
| 1971 | SDP | NL | 121 | 376 | 23 | 94 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 35 | 49 | 0.250 | -159.9 |
| 1972 | SDP | NL | 29 | 88 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 19 | 0.193 | -530.0 |
| 1973 | CIN | NL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | SDP | NL | 30 | 81 | 4 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 19 | 0.235 | -175.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 380 | 317 | 1986 | 185 | 28 | 30 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | SFN | C | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | SFN | C | 39 | 26 | 161 | 19 | 1 | 4 |
| 1967 | SFN | C | 7 | 5 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | SFN | C | 45 | 27 | 194 | 23 | 1 | 4 |
| 1969 | SFN | C | 49 | 33 | 186 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| 1970 | SDN | C | 59 | 57 | 347 | 28 | 2 | 5 |
| 1971 | SDN | C | 119 | 111 | 698 | 67 | 15 | 10 |
| 1972 | SDN | C | 29 | 29 | 170 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| 1973 | CIN | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | SDN | C | 29 | 28 | 179 | 23 | 4 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 380 |