Bobby Hughes
Born: 3/10/1971 in Burbank, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-04-02 | Final Game: 1999-08-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 237 lbs
Full name: Robert E. Hughes
Biography
Bobby Hughes, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2004. Serving primarily as a position player, Hughes played a total of 133 games over the course of his career, in which he recorded 76 hits, 12 home runs, and 37 RBIs. With a batting average of .238, he showcased a blend of power and versatility, contributing to his teams during his tenure. He also demonstrated speed on the bases with 1 stolen base, reflecting the era's increasing emphasis on athleticism and dynamic play.
Hughes' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, marked by the rise of power hitters and the ongoing evolution of player conditioning and training. While not achieving the superstar status of some contemporaries, his contributions to the game were significant in their own right, providing depth and resilience to the rosters he was part of. After his playing days concluded in 1999, Hughes left behind a legacy as a determined player who embodied the spirit of competition inherent in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 133 | 319 | 38 | 76 | 9 | 2 | 12 | 37 | 1 | 21 | 82 | 0.238 | 0.287 | 0.392 | 0.678 | -712.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 85 | 218 | 28 | 50 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 29 | 1 | 16 | 54 | 0.229 | -424.3 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 48 | 101 | 10 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 0.257 | -288.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 116 | 76 | 546 | 44 | 4 | 7 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | MIL | C | 72 | 56 | 397 | 29 | 2 | 5 |
| 1998 | MIL | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIL | C | 44 | 20 | 149 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 116 |
| Right Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | MIL | NL | $217,000 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $387,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1992 |