Bob Bowman
Born: 5/10/1931 in Laytonville, CA, USA
Died: 1/27/2017 in San Jose, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-04-16 | Final Game: 1959-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Robert Leroy Bowman
Biography
Bob Bowman was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1950s. Born in 1931, Bowman played as a position player from 1955 until his retirement on September 18, 1959. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 256 games, amassing 129 hits and contributing 17 home runs and 54 RBIs. With a batting average of .249, he showcased a solid but understated offensive presence in an era characterized by significant changes in the game.
Bowman's playing style was indicative of the transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the increase in power hitting and the integration of African American players into the league. While he did not steal any bases during his career, his contributions at the plate and in the field were integral to the teams he played for. Though not a household name, Bob Bowman's career reflects the dedication and skill of many players who contributed to the rich history of Major League Baseball during the 1950s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 6.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 256 | 519 | 71 | 129 | 19 | 5 | 17 | 54 | 0 | 48 | 109 | 0.249 | 0.317 | 0.403 | 0.719 | 125.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 6 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | PHI | NL | 99 | 237 | 31 | 63 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 23 | 0 | 27 | 50 | 0.266 | 251.0 |
| 1958 | PHI | NL | 91 | 184 | 31 | 53 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 24 | 0 | 16 | 30 | 0.288 | 543.7 |
| 1959 | PHI | NL | 57 | 79 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 0.127 | -669.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 165 | 117 | 242 | 10 | 12 | 3 |
| P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | PHI | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | PHI | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | PHI | OF | 81 | 64 | 123 | 8 | 10 | 2 |
| 1958 | PHI | OF | 57 | 36 | 82 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | PHI | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | PHI | OF | 20 | 13 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
| Left Field | 32 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 129 |