Robin Jennings
Born: 4/11/1972 in Singapore, Singapore
MLB Debut: 1996-04-18 | Final Game: 2001-10-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Robin Christopher Jennings
Biography
Robin Jennings, born in 1972, was a position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2001. Over the course of his career, Jennings appeared in 93 games, where he compiled a batting average of .244. He recorded 52 hits, including three home runs, and drove in 24 runs while also contributing one stolen base.
Jennings played during a transformative era in baseball, as the game was witnessing the early stages of power-hitting dominance and the integration of advanced analytics into player evaluation. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Jennings' contributions on the field highlighted the importance of depth and versatility in a roster. His journey through Major League Baseball serves as a reminder of the many players who, while not household names, played vital roles in their teams and the sport's rich history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | 213 | 22 | 52 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 1 | 10 | 31 | 0.244 | 0.279 | 0.371 | 0.650 | -340.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CHC | NL | 31 | 58 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0.224 | -248.9 |
| 1997 | CHC | NL | 9 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | CHC | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 27 | 77 | 10 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.286 | 130.2 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 130.2 |
| 2001 | OAK | AL | 20 | 52 | 4 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.250 | 130.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 9 | 86 | 9 | 0 | 11 |
| OF | 45 | 38 | 60 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CHN | OF | 11 | 11 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | CHN | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CIN | 1B | 8 | 6 | 51 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| 2001 | CIN | OF | 15 | 13 | 23 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 | COL | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | OAK | 1B | 6 | 3 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | OAK | OF | 13 | 10 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Left Field | 8 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 38 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CIN | NL | $310,000 |
| 2001 | OAK | AL | $290,000 |
| 1999 | CHN | NL | $201,500 |
| 1998 | CHN | NL | $173,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $974,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College of Florida - Manatee-Sarasota | Bradenton | FL | 1991, 1992 |