Bob Buchanan
Born: 5/3/1961 in Ridley Park, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-07-13 | Final Game: 1989-07-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Robert Gordon Buchanan
Biography
Bob Buchanan was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1989. Born in 1961, he made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the sport was evolving, transitioning from the strategies of the deadball era to the more offensive-minded play of the late 20th century. Though he played a relatively brief career, Buchanan's contributions on the mound were part of a larger narrative in baseball history.
Throughout his time in the majors, Buchanan compiled a record of 1-0 with a 9.78 ERA, showcasing a challenging journey in a highly competitive environment. He struck out 6 batters and did not record any saves during his career. While his statistics may not reflect overwhelming success, Buchanan's perseverance and dedication to the game exemplified the spirit of many players who sought to make their mark in the ever-demanding landscape of professional baseball. His story remains a testament to the hard work and resilience required to compete at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 30 | 21 | 5 | 12 | 6 | 9.78 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 25 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 8.44 | -1345.8 |
| 1989 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 16.20 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | KCR | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 16 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CIN | P | 14 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | KCA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 16 |