Bubba Crosby
Born: 8/11/1976 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-05-29 | Final Game: 2006-08-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Richard Stephen Crosby
Biography
Bubba Crosby was a professional baseball player born in 1976, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2003 to 2006. Known for his speed and versatility, Crosby appeared in 205 games over the course of his career, during which he showcased his ability to contribute in various roles. He recorded a total of 54 hits, including 4 home runs and 20 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .216. In addition to his offensive contributions, Crosby demonstrated his base-running prowess by stealing 9 bases.
Crosby's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball, characterized by a mix of emerging talents and veteran players. Though he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to his teams—primarily the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers—highlighted the importance of depth and versatility in a roster. His journey through the majors reflects the challenges many players face in securing and maintaining a place in the competitive landscape of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205 | 250 | 32 | 54 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 20 | 9 | 10 | 51 | 0.216 | 0.255 | 0.300 | 0.555 | -1083.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | LAD | NL | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | NYY | AL | 55 | 53 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 0.151 | -349.7 |
| 2005 | NYY | AL | 76 | 98 | 15 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 0.276 | -280.4 |
| 2006 | NYY | AL | 65 | 87 | 9 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 0.207 | -453.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 2004 | ALDS2 | NYA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2004 | ALCS | NYA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 175 | 49 | 185 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | LAN | OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | NYA | OF | 45 | 6 | 36 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | NYA | OF | 67 | 23 | 83 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | NYA | OF | 62 | 19 | 64 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 26 |
| Center Field | 77 |
| Right Field | 79 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NYA | AL | $354,250 |
| 2005 | NYA | AL | $322,950 |
| 2004 | NYA | AL | $301,400 |
| Total Career Earnings | $978,600 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | Houston | TX | 1996, 1997, 1998 |