Bobby Mitchell
Born: 4/7/1955 in Salt Lake City, UT, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-09-01 | Final Game: 1983-09-21
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Van Mitchell
Biography
Bobby Mitchell, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions during his career from 1980 to 1983. As a position player, he appeared in 202 games, where he showcased his versatility and skill on the field. Throughout his tenure, Mitchell recorded 150 hits, including 3 home runs and 43 RBIs, culminating in a career batting average of .243. He also displayed his speed on the bases, stealing 9 bases during his time in the league.
Mitchell played in an era marked by evolving offensive strategies and increasing emphasis on athleticism, characteristics that defined his style of play. Although his career was relatively brief, his presence in the game during the early 1980s contributed to the dynamic nature of Major League Baseball, as teams began to place greater value on speed and versatility. His contributions to the teams he played for remain a part of baseball history, reflecting the diverse talents that have graced the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202 | 617 | 75 | 150 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 43 | 9 | 84 | 78 | 0.243 | 0.336 | 0.308 | 0.644 | -781.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | LAD | NL | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | LAD | NL | 10 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 124 | 454 | 48 | 113 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 28 | 8 | 54 | 53 | 0.249 | -680.2 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 59 | 152 | 26 | 35 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 28 | 21 | 0.230 | -101.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 180 | 151 | 455 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | LAN | OF | 8 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | LAN | OF | 7 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | MIN | OF | 121 | 114 | 350 | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | MIN | OF | 44 | 36 | 94 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 7 |
| Center Field | 172 |
| Right Field | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 |