Bobby Klaus
Born: 12/27/1937 in Spring Grove, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-04-21 | Final Game: 1965-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Francis Klaus
Biography
Bobby Klaus was a professional baseball player born in 1937, who played in the Major Leagues from 1964 to 1965. Primarily serving as a position player, Klaus appeared in 215 games during his brief career. He recorded a total of 123 hits, which included 6 home runs and 29 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .208, and he also contributed with 5 stolen bases, showcasing a blend of power and speed despite the challenges he faced at the plate.
Klaus's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the tail end of the deadball era and the early stages of a more offensively-oriented game. While his statistics may not reflect the impact of some of his contemporaries, Klaus's determination and presence on the field were emblematic of the spirit of competition that characterized the 1960s baseball landscape. After his playing days concluded on October 3, 1965, Klaus's contributions to the game remained a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215 | 590 | 65 | 123 | 25 | 4 | 6 | 29 | 5 | 74 | 92 | 0.208 | 0.297 | 0.295 | 0.592 | -1304.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | CIN | NL | 40 | 93 | 10 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0.183 | -398.8 |
| 1964 | NYN | NL | 56 | 209 | 25 | 51 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 25 | 30 | 0.244 | -398.8 |
| 1965 | NYN | NL | 119 | 288 | 30 | 55 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 45 | 49 | 0.191 | -821.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 115 | 100 | 237 | 304 | 15 | 64 |
| 3B | 64 | 52 | 49 | 107 | 4 | 7 |
| SS | 36 | 4 | 20 | 29 | 2 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | CIN | 2B | 18 | 16 | 33 | 36 | 2 | 7 |
| 1964 | CIN | 3B | 11 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| 1964 | CIN | SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1964 | NYN | 2B | 25 | 24 | 58 | 80 | 2 | 11 |
| 1964 | NYN | 3B | 28 | 26 | 23 | 48 | 4 | 3 |
| 1964 | NYN | SS | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | NYN | 2B | 72 | 60 | 146 | 188 | 11 | 46 |
| 1965 | NYN | 3B | 25 | 20 | 18 | 41 | 0 | 3 |
| 1965 | NYN | SS | 28 | 2 | 15 | 25 | 0 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 115 |
| Third Base | 63 |
| Shortstop | 38 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1957, 1958, 1959 |