Bobby Hofman
Born: 10/5/1925 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 4/5/1994 in Chesterfield, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-04-19 | Final Game: 1957-05-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Robert George Hofman
Biography
Bobby Hofman was an American professional baseball player born in 1925, who played primarily as a position player during his career from 1949 to 1957. Known for his versatility on the field, Hofman took the diamond in 341 games, showcasing his skills with a solid batting average of .248. Throughout his career, he recorded 166 hits, 32 home runs, and 101 RBIs, reflecting his ability to contribute significantly to his teams' offensive efforts. Although he was not known for his speed, he did manage to steal one base.
Hofman's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, as the sport began to integrate and evolve into what would become a more modern game. His contributions, while perhaps overshadowed by some of his contemporaries, were nonetheless significant in the context of the era. Hofman retired on May 5, 1957, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable player who made his mark during a pivotal time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 341 | 670 | 81 | 166 | 22 | 6 | 32 | 101 | 1 | 70 | 94 | 0.248 | 0.322 | 0.442 | 0.764 | 611.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | NY1 | NL | 19 | 48 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.208 | -230.1 |
| 1952 | NY1 | NL | 32 | 63 | 11 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0.286 | 230.4 |
| 1953 | NY1 | NL | 74 | 169 | 21 | 45 | 7 | 2 | 12 | 34 | 1 | 12 | 23 | 0.266 | 442.4 |
| 1954 | NY1 | NL | 71 | 125 | 12 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 30 | 0 | 17 | 15 | 0.224 | 137.5 |
| 1955 | NY1 | NL | 96 | 207 | 32 | 55 | 7 | 2 | 10 | 28 | 0 | 22 | 31 | 0.266 | 366.0 |
| 1956 | NY1 | NL | 47 | 56 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.179 | -334.5 |
| 1957 | NY1 | NL | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 49 | 37 | 352 | 17 | 1 | 39 |
| 2B | 85 | 17 | 151 | 189 | 11 | 41 |
| 3B | 45 | 13 | 40 | 58 | 11 | 9 |
| C | 26 | 10 | 71 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | NY1 | 2B | 16 | 0 | 23 | 39 | 4 | 8 |
| 1952 | NY1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | NY1 | 2B | 21 | 0 | 37 | 43 | 3 | 9 |
| 1952 | NY1 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1953 | NY1 | 2B | 17 | 0 | 34 | 48 | 2 | 13 |
| 1953 | NY1 | 3B | 23 | 0 | 21 | 35 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | NY1 | 1B | 21 | 16 | 160 | 6 | 1 | 20 |
| 1954 | NY1 | 2B | 10 | 6 | 23 | 22 | 1 | 5 |
| 1954 | NY1 | 3B | 8 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1955 | NY1 | C | 19 | 7 | 40 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | NY1 | 1B | 24 | 21 | 183 | 10 | 0 | 19 |
| 1955 | NY1 | 2B | 19 | 11 | 32 | 36 | 1 | 6 |
| 1955 | NY1 | 3B | 5 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 4 |
| 1956 | NY1 | C | 7 | 3 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1956 | NY1 | 1B | 3 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | NY1 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | NY1 | 3B | 7 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 26 |
| First Base | 49 |
| Second Base | 86 |
| Third Base | 45 |