Bobby Jones
Born: 2/10/1970 in Fresno, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-08-14 | Final Game: 2002-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Robert Joseph Jones
Biography
Bobby Jones, born in 1970, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1993 to 2002. Known for his resilience and competitive spirit, Jones finished his career with a record of 89-83 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.36. Over his nine seasons in Major League Baseball, he accumulated a total of 887 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and contribute significantly on the mound. Notably, he was selected for one All-Star Game, marking a highlight in his career and underscoring his talent in a highly competitive era.
Jones played during a time when the game saw significant offensive production, with many pitchers facing challenges from power hitters. Despite this context, he carved out a respectable career, demonstrating a blend of skill and durability. While he did not record any saves, his role as a starting pitcher was pivotal for the teams he played for, as he consistently took the mound and competed against some of the best lineups in baseball. His contributions to the game left a lasting impression, particularly for fans who appreciated the artistry of pitching during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 83 | 245 | 241 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 1518.7 | 1639 | 735 | 194 | 412 | 887 | 4.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 2 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61.7 | 61 | 25 | 22 | 35 | 3.65 | -148.4 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 12 | 7 | 24 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 160.0 | 157 | 56 | 56 | 80 | 3.15 | 1830.8 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 10 | 10 | 30 | 30 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 195.7 | 209 | 91 | 53 | 127 | 4.19 | 2021.2 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 12 | 8 | 31 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 195.7 | 219 | 96 | 46 | 116 | 4.42 | 744.6 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 15 | 9 | 30 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 193.3 | 177 | 78 | 63 | 125 | 3.63 | -246.6 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | 9 | 9 | 30 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 195.3 | 192 | 88 | 53 | 115 | 4.05 | 12.1 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | 3 | 3 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.3 | 69 | 37 | 11 | 31 | 5.61 | 1959.1 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 11 | 6 | 27 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 154.7 | 171 | 87 | 49 | 85 | 5.06 | -1652.5 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 8 | 19 | 33 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 195.0 | 250 | 111 | 38 | 113 | 5.12 | - |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 7 | 8 | 19 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 108.0 | 134 | 66 | 21 | 60 | 5.50 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 245 | 442 | 29 | 59 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 15 | 164 | 0.133 | 0.164 | 0.158 | 0.322 | -2682.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 9 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.050 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 24 | 46 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0.109 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 30 | 56 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 0.161 | -538.1 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 31 | 60 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0.117 | -640.9 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 30 | 62 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.129 | -613.2 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | 30 | 48 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 0.188 | -359.8 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | 12 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.312 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 27 | 44 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0.045 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 33 | 57 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.140 | -530.1 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 19 | 33 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.152 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2000 | NLDS2 | NYN | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2000 | NLCS | NYN | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 18.0 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 10 | 4.50 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NLCS | NYN | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4.0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 13.50 |
| 2000 | NLDS2 | NYN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9.0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.00 |
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5.0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5.40 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 245 | 241 | 93 | 235 | 11 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | P | 9 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | NYN | P | 24 | 24 | 11 | 34 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | NYN | P | 30 | 30 | 11 | 30 | 6 | 1 |
| 1996 | NYN | P | 31 | 31 | 11 | 31 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | NYN | P | 30 | 30 | 14 | 35 | 1 | 2 |
| 1998 | NYN | P | 30 | 30 | 14 | 35 | 2 | 3 |
| 1999 | NYN | P | 12 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYN | P | 27 | 27 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | SDN | P | 33 | 33 | 7 | 28 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | P | 19 | 18 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 245 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | SDN | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2001 | SDN | NL | $625,000 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | $5,366,667 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | $4,866,666 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | $3,116,667 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $1,925,000 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | $405,000 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | $220,000 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | $130,000 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $20,764,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fresno | Fresno | CA | 1989, 1990, 1991 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 8th | 3.0 | 140 | 0 |