Bob Didier
Born: 2/16/1949 in Hattiesburg, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-04-07 | Final Game: 1974-04-23
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Robert Daniel Didier
Biography
Bob Didier was a professional baseball player born in 1949 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1969 until 1974. Known primarily as a position player, Didier was part of a competitive era in baseball marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-driven game. Over the course of his career, he played in 247 games, accumulating 172 hits, and finishing with a batting average of .229. Though he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 51 RBIs and demonstrated a modest speed on the basepaths with 2 stolen bases.
Despite not being a household name, Didier’s career reflected the challenges and dynamics of baseball during the late 1960s and early 1970s. His role as a versatile player in the lineup showcased his ability to adapt in a rapidly evolving sport, where power hitting began to take precedence. While he may not have left a lasting legacy in terms of statistics, Didier's journey through the majors remains a testament to the hard work and dedication required to compete at the highest level of America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 247 | 751 | 56 | 172 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 51 | 2 | 59 | 72 | 0.229 | 0.286 | 0.273 | 0.559 | -2529.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | ATL | NL | 114 | 352 | 30 | 90 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 34 | 39 | 0.256 | -514.4 |
| 1970 | ATL | NL | 57 | 168 | 9 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 12 | 11 | 0.149 | -1340.6 |
| 1971 | ATL | NL | 51 | 155 | 9 | 34 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0.219 | -673.9 |
| 1972 | ATL | NL | 13 | 40 | 5 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | DET | AL | 7 | 22 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.455 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | BOS | AL | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | NLCS | ATL | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 244 | 220 | 1276 | 119 | 9 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | ATL | C | 114 | 108 | 633 | 52 | 4 | 3 |
| 1970 | ATL | C | 57 | 48 | 297 | 25 | 4 | 3 |
| 1971 | ATL | C | 50 | 43 | 230 | 24 | 0 | 2 |
| 1972 | ATL | C | 11 | 10 | 50 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | DET | C | 7 | 6 | 38 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1974 | BOS | C | 5 | 5 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 244 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 4th | 2.0 | 24 | 2 |