Bobby Fenwick, baseball player, 1972-1973

Bobby Fenwick

Born: 12/10/1946 in Naha, Okinawa, Japan

MLB Debut: 1972-04-26 | Final Game: 1973-05-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Robert Richard Fenwick

Biography

Bobby Fenwick was a professional baseball player born in 1946, whose career spanned from 1972 until his retirement in 1973. Primarily playing as a position player, Fenwick appeared in a total of 41 games during his brief time in Major League Baseball. He made a notable, albeit limited, impact on the field, registering 10 hits and driving in 5 runs, culminating in a batting average of .179. Though he did not hit any home runs or steal bases throughout his career, Fenwick's dedication to the game and his time on the roster of a major league team contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. Fenwick played during a transitional period in baseball, just before the sport began to see significant changes in player dynamics and strategies. The early 1970s were marked by evolving playing styles and a growing emphasis on speed and power. While his statistics may not have reflected the prowess typically associated with standout players of his era, Fenwick's journey through the majors exemplified the perseverance and passion that many athletes exhibit in pursuit of their dreams. His story serves as a reminder of the countless players who contributed to the game in various capacities, shaping the landscape of baseball as we know it today.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
41 56 7 10 3 0 0 5 0 3 15 0.179 0.220 0.232 0.452 -240.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 20 9 23 32 4 14
3B 2 1 0 3 0 0
SS 4 0 1 3 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 20
Third Base 2
Shortstop 4

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN 1966, 1967