Bob Chance
Born: 9/10/1940 in Statesboro, GA, USA
Died: 10/3/2013 in Charleston, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-09-04 | Final Game: 1969-04-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Robert Chance
Biography
Bob Chance was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1960s. Born in 1940, Chance played primarily as a position player from 1963 until his retirement on April 29, 1969. Over the course of his career, he participated in 277 games, amassing 195 hits and demonstrating his power at the plate with 24 home runs. He also contributed 112 RBIs, reflecting his ability to drive in runs and support his team's offensive efforts. Chance finished his career with a batting average of .261 and recorded three stolen bases, showcasing a blend of power and speed.
Competing in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game, Chance's performance highlighted the evolving strategies in baseball during the 1960s. His contributions were particularly significant in a league that was beginning to embrace more dynamic playstyles. While not a household name, Bob Chance's impact on the field and his solid performance during his tenure made him a respected figure among his peers and a notable player of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 277 | 747 | 76 | 195 | 34 | 1 | 24 | 112 | 3 | 68 | 195 | 0.261 | 0.323 | 0.406 | 0.728 | 916.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | CLE | AL | 16 | 52 | 5 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.288 | 96.0 |
| 1964 | CLE | AL | 120 | 390 | 45 | 109 | 16 | 1 | 14 | 75 | 3 | 40 | 101 | 0.279 | 964.0 |
| 1965 | WS2 | AL | 72 | 199 | 20 | 51 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0 | 18 | 44 | 0.256 | -9.0 |
| 1966 | WS2 | AL | 37 | 57 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 0.175 | -299.6 |
| 1967 | WS2 | AL | 27 | 42 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0.214 | 164.9 |
| 1969 | LAA | AL | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 153 | 137 | 1116 | 57 | 15 | 98 |
| OF | 48 | 44 | 64 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | CLE | OF | 14 | 14 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1964 | CLE | 1B | 81 | 70 | 567 | 24 | 7 | 47 |
| 1964 | CLE | OF | 31 | 27 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | WS2 | 1B | 48 | 47 | 391 | 25 | 5 | 39 |
| 1965 | WS2 | OF | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | WS2 | 1B | 13 | 9 | 73 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 1967 | WS2 | 1B | 10 | 10 | 75 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| 1969 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 153 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 46 |