Robb Quinlan
Born: 3/17/1977 in St. Paul, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-07-28 | Final Game: 2010-06-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Robb Michael Quinlan
Biography
Robb Quinlan was born in 1977 and made his mark in Major League Baseball as a versatile position player. His career spanned from 2003 to 2010, during which he played a total of 458 games. Quinlan established himself as a reliable hitter, finishing his career with 307 hits and a batting average of .276. Known for his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively, he recorded 25 home runs and 121 RBIs, demonstrating his capability to drive in runs when it mattered most. Additionally, Quinlan showcased his speed on the base paths, accumulating 16 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Quinlan's journey to the major leagues included a notable Rookie of the Month award, highlighting his impactful debut during the 2003 season. As a player who emerged in the early 2000s, he contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball during a time marked by both dynamic offensive play and the challenges of performance enhancement controversies. His ability to adapt and perform at a high level in various roles made him a valuable asset to his teams, leaving a lasting impression on the organizations he represented before his retirement in 2010.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 458 | 1112 | 134 | 307 | 54 | 5 | 25 | 121 | 16 | 69 | 187 | 0.276 | 0.322 | 0.401 | 0.723 | -658.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | LAA | AL | 38 | 94 | 13 | 27 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 16 | 0.287 | -117.6 |
| 2004 | LAA | AL | 56 | 160 | 23 | 55 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 3 | 14 | 26 | 0.344 | 647.1 |
| 2005 | LAA | AL | 54 | 134 | 17 | 31 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 26 | 0.231 | -274.9 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | 86 | 234 | 28 | 75 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 32 | 2 | 7 | 28 | 0.321 | 356.5 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | 79 | 178 | 21 | 44 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 3 | 14 | 27 | 0.247 | -469.4 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | 68 | 164 | 15 | 43 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 14 | 28 | 0.262 | -413.7 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | 54 | 115 | 13 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 30 | 0.243 | -386.6 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 23 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0.121 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ALDS1 | LAA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2005 | ALCS | LAA | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2005 | ALDS2 | LAA | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 195 | 139 | 1142 | 89 | 7 | 121 |
| 3B | 142 | 110 | 74 | 178 | 15 | 14 |
| OF | 87 | 24 | 68 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | ANA | 1B | 33 | 19 | 146 | 13 | 2 | 15 |
| 2003 | ANA | OF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | ANA | 1B | 13 | 9 | 96 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2004 | ANA | 3B | 32 | 28 | 13 | 44 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | ANA | OF | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | LAA | 1B | 9 | 4 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2005 | LAA | 3B | 33 | 30 | 22 | 51 | 7 | 4 |
| 2005 | LAA | OF | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | LAA | 1B | 54 | 46 | 353 | 24 | 3 | 40 |
| 2006 | LAA | 3B | 18 | 16 | 11 | 24 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | LAA | OF | 16 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | LAA | 1B | 34 | 28 | 214 | 16 | 1 | 25 |
| 2007 | LAA | 3B | 10 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | LAA | OF | 22 | 10 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | LAA | 1B | 22 | 12 | 105 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2008 | LAA | 3B | 39 | 29 | 22 | 48 | 4 | 8 |
| 2008 | LAA | OF | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | LAA | 1B | 17 | 16 | 119 | 16 | 0 | 11 |
| 2009 | LAA | 3B | 9 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | LAA | OF | 23 | 10 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | LAA | 1B | 13 | 5 | 71 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 2010 | LAA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | LAA | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 195 |
| Third Base | 142 |
| Left Field | 61 |
| Right Field | 26 |
| Designated Hitter | 28 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Rookie of the Month | July |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | LAA | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | $1,050,000 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | $800,000 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | $365,000 |
| 2005 | LAA | AL | $360,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,675,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis | MN | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 |