Rod Graber
Born: 6/20/1930 in Massillon, OH, USA
Died: 12/5/2014 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1958-09-09 | Final Game: 1958-09-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Rodney Blaine Graber
Biography
Rod Graber was a professional baseball player born in 1930, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball. His time in the league spanned from September 9 to September 24 in 1958, a period that marked the exciting transition of baseball into the modern era, characterized by the integration of players and an evolving playing style. Graber appeared in a total of 4 games, where he recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .125. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his participation in the major leagues during this transformative time added to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Although Graber's stint in the big leagues was short, it is a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make it to the highest level of the sport. Each player, regardless of their statistics, contributed to the development and popularity of baseball during the late 1950s, a time when the game was witnessing significant changes on and off the field. Graber's career, albeit limited, reflects the dreams and challenges faced by many athletes seeking to leave their mark in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.222 | 0.125 | 0.347 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | CLE | AL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | CLE | OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 2 |