Bob Clemens
Born: 8/9/1886 in Odessa, MO, USA
Died: 4/5/1964 in Marshall, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-09-17 | Final Game: 1914-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 163 lbs
Full name: Robert Baxter Clemens
Biography
Bob Clemens, born in 1886, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in the early 20th century. He played as a position player during a time when the sport was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a more offense-oriented game. Clemens' major league career spanned from September 17, 1914, to October 2, 1914, during which he appeared in 7 games.
In those games, he recorded 3 hits and drove in 3 runs, finishing with a batting average of .231. Although he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, Clemens' contributions to his team reflected the competitive spirit of the era. His career, albeit short, adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the players who laid the groundwork for future generations, even if their time in the spotlight was limited.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.231 | 0.375 | 0.385 | 0.760 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | SLA | AL | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | SLA | OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley College | Marshall | MO | 1906, 1907 |