Bob Chesnes
Born: 5/6/1921 in Oakland, CA, USA
Died: 5/23/1979 in Everett, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-05-06 | Final Game: 1950-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Robert Vincent Chesnes
Biography
Bob Chesnes was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1948 to 1950. Born in 1921, Chesnes made his debut during a transitional period in baseball history, as the sport was beginning to emerge from the constraints of World War II and the deadball era. His career spanned a time when the game was evolving, with a greater emphasis on offense and the emergence of power hitters.
Throughout his career, Chesnes compiled a win-loss record of 24-22, showcasing his competitive nature on the mound. He posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.66, indicating that while he faced challenges, he also had the capability to keep games competitive. Over the course of his time in the league, he recorded 130 strikeouts and achieved one save, illustrating his role as a reliable option in the bullpen and as a starter. Chesnes's contributions to the game reflect the grit and determination of pitchers during his era, and he remains a notable figure from a time of significant change in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 22 | 61 | 55 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 378.7 | 377 | 196 | 35 | 189 | 130 | 4.66 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | PIT | NL | 14 | 6 | 25 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 194.3 | 180 | 77 | 90 | 69 | 3.57 | -753.8 |
| 1949 | PIT | NL | 7 | 13 | 27 | 25 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 145.3 | 153 | 95 | 82 | 49 | 5.88 | -3209.5 |
| 1950 | PIT | NL | 3 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 39.0 | 44 | 24 | 17 | 12 | 5.54 | -1456.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 172 | 28 | 44 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 18 | 0.256 | 0.308 | 0.360 | 0.669 | -165.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | PIT | NL | 39 | 91 | 15 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.275 | -123.9 |
| 1949 | PIT | NL | 42 | 68 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.250 | -41.3 |
| 1950 | PIT | NL | 9 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 61 | 0 | 37 | 95 | 5 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | PIT | P | 25 | 0 | 21 | 45 | 3 | 5 |
| 1949 | PIT | P | 27 | 0 | 13 | 35 | 2 | 4 |
| 1950 | PIT | P | 9 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 61 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 21th | 8.0 | 336 | 0 |