Bobby Jones, baseball player, 1993-2002

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

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

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

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