Pat Dobson, baseball player, 1967-1977

Pat Dobson

Born: 2/12/1942 in Buffalo, NY, USA

Died: 11/22/2006 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1967-05-31 | Final Game: 1977-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Patrick Edward Dobson

Biography

Pat Dobson was a professional baseball pitcher who had a notable career in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1977. Born in 1942, Dobson made his mark as a reliable starter and a versatile arm in the bullpen. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 122-129 with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.54. Dobson was particularly effective at striking out batters, amassing a total of 1,301 strikeouts, while also contributing 19 saves. His abilities on the mound earned him a selection to the All-Star Game during his career, highlighting his status as one of the more competent pitchers of his era. Playing during a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensively driven style, Dobson's career showcased the importance of effective pitching. His tenure included stints with several teams, where he was known for his durability and consistency. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Dobson's contributions to his teams and his ability to perform under pressure solidified his legacy in the annals of baseball history. His career remains a testament to the skill and determination required to succeed as a pitcher in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
122 129 414 279 74 14 19 2120.3 2043 833 197 665 1301 3.54 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
414 317 13 39 4 0 0 12 0 11 102 0.123 0.155 0.136 0.291 -2224.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
6 2 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
1971 WS BAL 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000
1968 WS DET 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 0 6 1 0 11.3 18 5 5 6 3.97

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1971 WS BAL 0 0 3 1 0 6.7 13 3 4 6 4.05
1968 WS DET 0 0 3 0 0 4.7 5 2 1 0 3.86

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 414 279 142 289 19 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 414

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1974 Most Valuable Player AL 34th 1.0 336 0
1971 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 9.0 336 0