Bob Chesnes, baseball player, 1948-1950

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

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

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

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