Bob Peterson
Born: 6/16/1884 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 11/27/1962 in Evesham, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-18 | Final Game: 1907-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Robert Andrew Peterson
Biography
Bob Peterson was a professional baseball player born in 1884, whose career spanned from 1906 to 1907. Primarily playing as a position player, Peterson appeared in 43 games during his brief time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 25 hits, which included one home run, and he drove in nine runs while maintaining a batting average of .191. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with one stolen base.
Peterson's career unfolded during the early 20th century, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to more lively offensive play. Although his time in the major leagues was limited, Peterson's contributions to his teams reflected the evolving nature of the game during this transformative period. His experiences and performances, though modest in statistical impact, remain 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 131 | 11 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 25 | 0.191 | 0.259 | 0.237 | 0.495 | -235.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 39 | 118 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 23 | 0.203 | -235.9 |
| 1907 | BOS | AL | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2B | 3 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| C | 34 | 30 | 135 | 48 | 18 | 1 |
| OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | C | 30 | 28 | 117 | 43 | 18 | 1 |
| 1906 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1906 | BOS | 2B | 3 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1906 | BOS | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1907 | BOS | C | 4 | 2 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 35 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 1 |