Bob Higgins
Born: 9/23/1886 in Fayetteville, TN, USA
Died: 5/25/1941 in Chattanooga, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-09-13 | Final Game: 1912-05-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 176 lbs
Full name: Robert Stone Higgins
Biography
Bob Higgins, born in 1886, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1909 to May 2, 1912, during a period when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Higgins played as a position player, participating in 13 games across his brief career.
Over his time in Major League Baseball, Higgins recorded 5 hits and drove in 2 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite a batting average of .143. He also demonstrated some speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base. While his career statistics may not reflect the prowess of a standout player, Higgins was part of a dynamic era in baseball, contributing to the sport's rich history during a time of significant change and development.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 35 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.167 | 0.143 | 0.310 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 8 | 23 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.087 | 0.0 |
| 1911 | BRO | NL | 4 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1912 | BRO | NL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 11 | 8 | 52 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CLE | C | 8 | 8 | 38 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1911 | BRO | C | 2 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1911 | BRO | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1912 | BRO | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 11 |
| Third Base | 1 |