Bobby Floyd
Born: 10/20/1943 in Hawthorne, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-09-18 | Final Game: 1974-06-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Robert Nathan Floyd
Biography
Bobby Floyd was a professional baseball player born in 1943 who played in Major League Baseball from 1968 to 1974. He served primarily as a position player during a time when the game was experiencing significant transformation, moving away from the deadball era and into a more dynamic style of play. Over the course of his career, Floyd appeared in 214 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player.
Floyd recorded 93 hits and finished with a batting average of .219, contributing 26 RBIs to his teams. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 2 bases throughout his career, though he did not hit any home runs. His playing style reflected the versatility valued during the era, as teams sought adaptable players who could fill multiple roles. While not a standout in terms of power hitting, Floyd's contributions to the game were emblematic of the era's focus on contact hitting and defensive prowess.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 214 | 425 | 41 | 93 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 28 | 99 | 0.219 | 0.264 | 0.266 | 0.530 | -1543.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | BAL | AL | 5 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | BAL | AL | 39 | 84 | 7 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0.202 | -385.1 |
| 1970 | BAL | AL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | KCR | AL | 14 | 43 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.326 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | KCR | AL | 31 | 66 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 0.152 | -384.8 |
| 1972 | KCR | AL | 61 | 134 | 9 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 29 | 0.179 | -847.3 |
| 1973 | KCR | AL | 51 | 78 | 11 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 0.333 | 74.1 |
| 1974 | KCR | AL | 10 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 56 | 19 | 76 | 85 | 1 | 18 |
| 3B | 48 | 30 | 34 | 58 | 2 | 3 |
| SS | 98 | 61 | 131 | 216 | 22 | 45 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | BAL | SS | 4 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| 1969 | BAL | 2B | 15 | 5 | 31 | 31 | 1 | 8 |
| 1969 | BAL | 3B | 9 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | BAL | SS | 15 | 12 | 29 | 43 | 5 | 7 |
| 1970 | BAL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | BAL | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | KCA | 3B | 6 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | KCA | SS | 8 | 8 | 18 | 26 | 6 | 5 |
| 1971 | KCA | 2B | 8 | 4 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 3 |
| 1971 | KCA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | KCA | SS | 15 | 12 | 21 | 43 | 2 | 11 |
| 1972 | KCA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | KCA | 3B | 30 | 22 | 24 | 34 | 2 | 3 |
| 1972 | KCA | SS | 29 | 18 | 30 | 49 | 3 | 12 |
| 1973 | KCA | 2B | 25 | 8 | 26 | 31 | 0 | 7 |
| 1973 | KCA | SS | 24 | 8 | 26 | 45 | 6 | 7 |
| 1974 | KCA | 2B | 5 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | KCA | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 55 |
| Third Base | 48 |
| Shortstop | 99 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1963 |