John Rabb
Born: 6/23/1960 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-04 | Final Game: 1988-07-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: John Andrew Rabb
Biography
John Rabb was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1982 until his retirement on July 31, 1988. Over the course of his career, Rabb participated in 108 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. He recorded 46 hits, including 4 home runs and 27 runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of .225. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also contributed with 2 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Rabb's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a growing emphasis on power hitting and the emergence of a more athletic style of play. His role as a position player, while not marked by overwhelming offensive numbers, demonstrated the importance of versatility and grit in a team setting. After his playing days, Rabb remained a part of the baseball community, contributing to the sport in various capacities, but his time on the field remains a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 108 | 204 | 22 | 46 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 2 | 19 | 53 | 0.225 | 0.291 | 0.353 | 0.644 | -392.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SFG | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SFG | NL | 40 | 104 | 10 | 24 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 0.231 | -193.6 |
| 1984 | SFG | NL | 54 | 82 | 10 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 33 | 0.195 | -198.8 |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 9 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.357 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 10 | 79 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| C | 37 | 31 | 184 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| OF | 14 | 6 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | SFN | C | 31 | 28 | 168 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| 1983 | SFN | OF | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SFN | C | 6 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | SFN | 1B | 13 | 10 | 79 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| 1984 | SFN | OF | 8 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SEA | OF | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 37 |
| First Base | 14 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 10 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |