Bob Chlupsa
Born: 9/16/1945 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 7/17/2024 in Garden City, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-07-16 | Final Game: 1971-06-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Robert Joseph Chlupsa
Biography
Bob Chlupsa, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball. His career spanned a brief period from July 16, 1970, to June 4, 1971. Chlupsa's time in the majors was marked by his participation in 15 games, although he did not register any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the lack of statistical achievements, his presence on the roster during a transformative era in baseball history reflects the competitive landscape of the early 1970s, a time when the game was evolving with the rise of new talents and strategies.
Chlupsa's journey in professional baseball underscores the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in the major leagues. Despite his limited playing time, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to reach the pinnacle of the sport. His career, though not statistically prominent, serves as a reminder of the dedication and passion required to compete at the highest level in baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 29 | 18 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 8.84 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | STL | NL | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 26 | 16 | 9 | 10 | 8.82 | - |
| 1971 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | STL | NL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | STL | NL | 1 | 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 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | SLN | P | 14 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1971 | SLN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan College | New York | NY | 1965, 1966, 1967 |