Bob Kahle
Born: 11/23/1915 in New Castle, IN, USA
Died: 12/16/1988 in Inglewood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1938-04-21 | Final Game: 1938-06-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Wayne Kahle
Biography
Bob Kahle, born in 1915, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player from April 21, 1938, to June 22, 1938. During his time in the league, Kahle participated in 8 games and achieved a notable batting average of .333, showcasing his potential as a hitter. Although his career was short-lived, he managed to secure 1 hit in his limited appearances, demonstrating the challenges and fluctuations faced by players during this era.
Kahle's time in the major leagues coincided with a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to evolve from the deadball era towards a more offensively oriented style of play. While he did not hit any home runs or record any RBIs, his brief stint exemplified the opportunities and difficulties many players encountered in the competitive landscape of the late 1930s. Despite his limited statistics, Kahle's legacy as a part of baseball history remains, highlighting the stories of players who, like him, made their mark in the sport for a fleeting moment.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BSN | NL | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
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