Rick Bosetti
Born: 8/5/1953 in Redding, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-09-09 | Final Game: 1982-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Richard Alan Bosetti
Biography
Rick Bosetti, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1976 until his retirement in 1982. Primarily recognized as a position player, Bosetti played a total of 445 games during his career. He was known for his versatility and speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 30 stolen bases. His ability to contribute offensively was highlighted by his 385 career hits, 17 home runs, and 133 RBIs, culminating in a respectable batting average of .250.
Bosetti's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, which was characterized by a shift in player dynamics and strategies. He showcased a blend of solid hitting and base-running prowess, contributing to the teams he played for in significant ways. Though he may not have been a household name, Bosetti's contributions to the game, particularly in terms of his all-around play, remain a testament to his dedication and skill as a major leaguer.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 445 | 1543 | 172 | 385 | 70 | 8 | 17 | 133 | 30 | 79 | 188 | 0.250 | 0.288 | 0.338 | 0.627 | -3379.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | PHI | NL | 13 | 18 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | STL | NL | 41 | 69 | 12 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 0.232 | -286.9 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 136 | 568 | 61 | 147 | 25 | 5 | 5 | 42 | 6 | 30 | 65 | 0.259 | -969.4 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 162 | 619 | 59 | 161 | 35 | 2 | 8 | 65 | 13 | 22 | 70 | 0.260 | -1602.5 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 53 | 188 | 24 | 40 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 15 | 29 | 0.213 | -520.9 |
| 1981 | OAK | AL | 9 | 19 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | TOR | AL | 25 | 47 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.234 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | OAK | AL | 6 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | AWDIV | OAK | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1981 | ALCS | OAK | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 419 | 383 | 1124 | 45 | 21 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | PHI | OF | 6 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SLN | OF | 35 | 14 | 42 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | TOR | OF | 135 | 135 | 417 | 17 | 6 | 1 |
| 1979 | TOR | OF | 162 | 162 | 466 | 18 | 13 | 4 |
| 1980 | TOR | OF | 51 | 50 | 124 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 | OAK | OF | 5 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | TOR | OF | 19 | 11 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | OAK | OF | 6 | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 32 |
| Center Field | 382 |
| Right Field | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |